2004 Opel Zafira vs. 2008 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2008 Seat Cordoba is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Cordoba (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Opel Zafira. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 312 kg more than 2008 Seat Cordoba.
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, 2008 Seat Cordoba (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Zafira. (270 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Zafira | 2008 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Opel | Seat |
Model | Zafira | Cordoba |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1238 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |