2007 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2006 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 1 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Impala (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2006 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Cordoba.
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 Chevrolet Impala (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Cordoba. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Cordoba. 2007 Chevrolet Impala 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. 2007 Chevrolet Impala will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Impala | 2006 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Impala | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
