2005 Opel Meriva vs. 2007 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2007 Seat Cordoba is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Meriva (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Seat Cordoba. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Meriva weights approximately 12 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Seat Cordoba (240 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Meriva. (220 Nm). This means 2007 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Meriva | 2007 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Meriva | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
