2008 Seat Cordoba vs. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2008 Seat Cordoba is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Cordoba (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 7 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. 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 (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Seat Cordoba | 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | Cordoba | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1238 kg | 1231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |