2008 Seat Cordoba vs. 2010 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2010 Renault Laguna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Seat Cordoba. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Laguna weights approximately 236 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, 2010 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Cordoba. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Seat Cordoba | 2010 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Seat | Renault |
Model | Cordoba | Laguna |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |