2005 Seat Cordoba vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 6 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 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Cordoba.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Seat Cordoba. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 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, 2011 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 675 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (125 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Cordoba. 2011 Audi A8 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. 2011 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Seat Cordoba | 2011 Audi A8 | |
Make | Seat | Audi |
Model | Cordoba | A8 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 4134 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |