2009 Porsche Cayenne vs. 1998 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1998 Seat Cordoba. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Cordoba.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Seat Cordoba. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche Cayenne (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Cordoba. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Cayenne | 1998 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Porsche | Seat |
| Model | Cayenne | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |
