2005 Seat Cordoba vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 4 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 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 415 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 2009 Subaru Forester 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, 2009 Subaru Forester 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (125 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Cordoba. 2009 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2005 Seat Cordoba has manual transmission. 2005 Seat Cordoba will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Seat Cordoba | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Seat | Subaru |
Model | Cordoba | Forester |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |