2000 Holden Astra vs. 2002 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2002 Seat Cordoba is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Holden Astra would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Holden Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Astra (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Astra should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 18 kg more than 2000 Holden Astra.
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, 2002 Seat Cordoba (200 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Holden Astra | 2002 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Holden | Seat |
Model | Astra | Cordoba |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |