2006 Opel Astra vs. 1999 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1999 Seat Cordoba. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 500 kg more than 1999 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, 2006 Opel Astra (151 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Cordoba. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Astra | 1999 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Astra | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
