2009 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 348 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Seat Cordoba (125 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2005 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Civic | Cordoba |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |