2008 BMW 745 vs. 2008 Seat Cordoba
To start off, both 2008 BMW 745 and 2008 Seat Cordoba were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2008 Seat Cordoba. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 745 weights approximately 751 kg more than 2008 Seat Cordoba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 745 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 745. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Seat Cordoba, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Cordoba. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Cordoba. 2008 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 2008 Seat Cordoba has manual transmission. 2008 Seat Cordoba will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 BMW 745 | 2008 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | 745 | Cordoba |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 45 L |