1998 Seat Cordoba vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 7 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Seat Cordoba. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 685 kg more than 1998 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Cordoba. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Seat Cordoba | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | Cordoba | Corolla |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |