2009 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Seat Cordoba. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 103 kg more than 2006 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, 2009 Honda Civic (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Cordoba. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2006 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Civic | Cordoba |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |