2007 Opel Agila vs. 2003 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2007 Opel Agila is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,246 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Agila is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Agila (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Agila weights approximately 44 kg more than 2003 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, 2007 Opel Agila (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Cordoba. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Agila | 2003 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Agila | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 45 L |
