2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2008 Seat Cordoba
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2008 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 591 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.
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 Hyundai Santa Fe (335 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Cordoba. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2008 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Hyundai | Seat |
Model | Santa Fe | Cordoba |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 17.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |