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. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A3 (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (59 HP @ 4700 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 275 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.
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, 2005 Audi A3 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (125 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A3 | 2005 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Audi | Seat |
Model | A3 | Cordoba |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |