2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2006 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 53 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Cordoba. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Cordoba. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
Model | Silverado | Cordoba |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1158 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |