2004 Seat Cordoba vs. 2011 Chevrolet Optra
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Optra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Optra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Optra (108 HP) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Optra should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Optra weights approximately 1305 kg more than 2004 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 Chevrolet Optra (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Cordoba. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Optra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Seat Cordoba | 2011 Chevrolet Optra | |
| Make | Seat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cordoba | Optra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1192 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
