2009 BMW 520 vs. 2007 Seat Cordoba

To start off, 2009 BMW 520 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 520 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2007 Seat Cordoba. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 520 weights approximately 421 kg more than 2007 Seat Cordoba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 BMW 520 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 2009 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2009 BMW 520 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Cordoba. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Cordoba.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 520 2007 Seat Cordoba
Make BMW Seat
Model 520 Cordoba
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 1422 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 175 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 195 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 2200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 16.0:1 19.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 218 km/hour 169 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.3 seconds 14.2 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1585 kg 1164 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.1 L/100km 4.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 45 L