2008 Seat Cordoba vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 4 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2008 Seat Cordoba. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 136 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.
Because 2012 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Seat Cordoba, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Cordoba. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Seat Cordoba | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | Cordoba | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 79 L |