2008 Seat Cordoba vs. 1996 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Seat Cordoba is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. Both 2008 Seat Cordoba and 1996 Volkswagen Golf are equipped with a 1,896 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Cordoba (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Golf.
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 Seat Cordoba (310 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 2008 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Cordoba | 1996 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cordoba | Golf |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2480 mm |
