2008 Jeep Liberty vs. 1999 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2008 Jeep Liberty is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1999 Seat Cordoba. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 888 kg more than 1999 Seat Cordoba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Seat Cordoba. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Liberty will offer significantly more control. 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 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Cordoba. (141 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Liberty | 1999 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Jeep | Seat |
| Model | Liberty | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2450 mm |
