2005 Seat Cordoba vs. 2011 Chevrolet Optra
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Optra 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Optra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Optra (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Optra should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Optra weights approximately 191 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, 2011 Chevrolet Optra (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (125 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Optra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Cordoba | 2011 Chevrolet Optra | |
| Make | Seat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cordoba | Optra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
