2008 Seat Cordoba vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Seat Cordoba is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Seat Cordoba. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 137 kg more than 2008 Seat Cordoba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Seat Cordoba | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | Cordoba | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 13 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 | 1194 kg | 1331 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |