2005 Seat Cordoba vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara is newer by 7 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 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 825 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 2012 Opel Antara 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, 2012 Opel Antara 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, 2012 Opel Antara (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (125 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Cordoba. 2012 Opel Antara 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. 2012 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Cordoba | 2012 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Seat | Opel |
| Model | Cordoba | Antara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
