2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2005 Seat Cordoba
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2,685 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 528 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 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Cordoba. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2005 Seat Cordoba has manual transmission. 2005 Seat Cordoba will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 2005 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
Model | C | Cordoba |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2685 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 17.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |