2008 Nissan Altima vs. 2001 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2001 Seat Cordoba. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Cordoba.
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 Nissan Altima (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Cordoba. (108 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Altima | 2001 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Altima | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |
