1998 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2005 Seat Cordoba is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 225 kg more than 2005 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, 1998 Honda Accord (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Accord | 2005 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Accord | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |