2005 Opel Combo 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 Opel Combo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Combo would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Combo (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Combo should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Combo weights approximately 130 kg more than 2008 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 Combo (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Cordoba. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Combo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Combo | 2008 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Combo | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 15.7 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 | 1210 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |
