2005 BMW X3 vs. 2005 Seat Cordoba
To start off, both 2005 BMW X3 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X3 weights approximately 683 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 BMW X3 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 BMW X3 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 BMW X3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW X3 | 2005 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | X3 | Cordoba |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 17.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 45 L |