2008 Renault Laguna vs. 2002 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2008 Renault Laguna is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Laguna weights approximately 269 kg more than 2002 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 Renault Laguna (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Laguna | 2002 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Laguna | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 15.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
