2006 Seat Cordoba vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2006 Seat Cordoba is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 149 kg more than 2006 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, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Cordoba. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Cordoba. 2005 Volkswagen Bora has automatic transmission and 2006 Seat Cordoba has manual transmission. 2006 Seat Cordoba will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volkswagen Bora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Seat Cordoba | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cordoba | Bora |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
