1998 Seat Cordoba vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 Subaru Outback is newer by 8 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Outback (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1998 Seat Cordoba. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Outback 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.
Because 2006 Subaru Outback 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, 2006 Subaru Outback 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, 2006 Subaru Outback (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Cordoba. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Cordoba. 2006 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 1998 Seat Cordoba has manual transmission. 1998 Seat Cordoba will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Seat Cordoba | 2006 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Seat | Subaru |
Model | Cordoba | Outback |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |