2005 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Seat Cordoba
To start off, both 2005 Audi A3 and 2005 Seat Cordoba were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2005 Audi A3 and 2005 Seat Cordoba are equipped with a 1,896 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 172 kg more than 2005 Seat Cordoba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Seat Cordoba. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 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, 2005 Seat Cordoba (321 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A3 | 2005 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Audi | Seat |
Model | A3 | Cordoba |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1238 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |