2008 Seat Alhambra vs. 2004 Seat Cordoba

To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Alhambra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Seat Cordoba. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 560 kg more than 2004 Seat Cordoba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Seat Cordoba. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra 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 Seat Alhambra (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Cordoba. (310 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Cordoba.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Seat Alhambra 2004 Seat Cordoba
Make Seat Seat
Model Alhambra Cordoba
Year Released 2008 2004
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1896 cc 1422 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 113 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 311 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 2200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.5 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 95.5 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 178 km/hour 174 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 14.7 seconds 14.2 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1724 kg 1164 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.1 L/100km 4.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 45 L


 

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