2007 Seat Cordoba vs. 2011 Chevrolet Epica
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Epica is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Epica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Epica (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Seat Cordoba. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Epica should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Epica weights approximately 471 kg more than 2007 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, 2011 Chevrolet Epica (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Cordoba. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Epica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Seat Cordoba | 2011 Chevrolet Epica | |
| Make | Seat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cordoba | Epica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
