2006 Seat Cordoba vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 2006 Seat Cordoba. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1509 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.
Because 2011 GMC Yukon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 GMC Yukon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Seat Cordoba, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 GMC Yukon (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Cordoba. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Cordoba. 2011 GMC Yukon 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. 2011 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Seat Cordoba | 2011 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Seat | GMC |
| Model | Cordoba | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 2673 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 117 L |
