2005 Porsche 996 vs. 2005 Seat Cordoba
To start off, both 2005 Porsche 996 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 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 996 weights approximately 356 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.
Because 2005 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Seat Cordoba. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Porsche 996 | 2005 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Porsche | Seat |
Model | 996 | Cordoba |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3594 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |