2006 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2007 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2007 Seat Cordoba is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Kalos would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 117 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos.
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 Seat Cordoba (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Kalos | 2007 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
Model | Kalos | Cordoba |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 17.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |