1996 Seat Cordoba vs. 2006 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Korando is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Seat Cordoba. (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 875 kg more than 1996 Seat Cordoba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Seat Cordoba. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 SsangYong Korando (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Cordoba. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Seat Cordoba | 2006 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Seat | SsangYong |
Model | Cordoba | Korando |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 92.4 mm |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |