2003 Seat Cordoba vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2003 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 224 kg more than 2003 Seat Cordoba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Seat Cordoba. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza 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 Impreza (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Cordoba. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Seat Cordoba | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Seat | Subaru |
Model | Cordoba | Impreza |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |