2005 Hyundai Accent vs. 2008 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2008 Seat Cordoba is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Accent (80 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 42 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
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, 2008 Seat Cordoba (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Accent | 2008 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Hyundai | Seat |
Model | Accent | Cordoba |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 17.9 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 | 1110 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |