2001 Seat Cordoba vs. 2011 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2011 Opel Vivaro is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Vivaro (101 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2001 Seat Cordoba. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Vivaro should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 598 kg more than 2001 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, 2011 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Cordoba. (108 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Seat Cordoba | 2011 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Seat | Opel |
Model | Cordoba | Vivaro |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3100 mm |