2005 Citroen C8 vs. 2005 Seat Cordoba
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C8 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C8 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C8 weights approximately 481 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 Seat Cordoba (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C8. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C8 | 2005 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | C8 | Cordoba |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |