2005 Opel Astra vs. 2005 Seat Cordoba
To start off, both 2005 Opel Astra 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 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Astra (100 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Astra weights approximately 265 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 Opel Astra (230 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Astra | 2005 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Opel | Seat |
Model | Astra | Cordoba |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1193 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |