2005 Seat Cordoba vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Octavia (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 173 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.
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 Skoda Octavia (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Cordoba | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Seat | Skoda |
| Model | Cordoba | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.9 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
