2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2005 Seat Cordoba

To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 390 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 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (305 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (116 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Cordoba.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo 2005 Seat Cordoba
Make Chevrolet Seat
Model Monte Carlo Cordoba
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3786 cc 1193 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 63 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 116 Nm
Engine Bore Size 97 mm 76.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 86.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 10.5:1
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 1080 kg
Vehicle Length 5030 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 5.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 45 L


 

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