2005 Opel Zafira vs. 2002 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2005 Opel Zafira is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Zafira (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 302 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Seat Cordoba (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Zafira. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Zafira | 2002 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Zafira | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
