2005 Opel Corsa vs. 2006 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2006 Seat Cordoba is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Cordoba (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 259 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa. 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, 2006 Seat Cordoba (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Corsa | 2006 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Opel | Seat |
Model | Corsa | Cordoba |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |