2002 Seat Cordoba vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Cordoba (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (104 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 11 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. 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, 2002 Seat Cordoba (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Seat Cordoba | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cordoba | Bora |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1238 kg | 1227 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
