2006 Opel Corsa vs. 2002 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Cordoba (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 258 kg more than 2006 Opel Corsa. 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, 2002 Seat Cordoba (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Corsa | 2002 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Opel | Seat |
Model | Corsa | Cordoba |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1238 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |