2008 Honda Pilot vs. 1996 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1996 Seat Cordoba. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 930 kg more than 1996 Seat Cordoba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Cordoba. (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Cordoba. 2008 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1996 Seat Cordoba has manual transmission. 1996 Seat Cordoba will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Pilot | 1996 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Pilot | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
