1996 Seat Cordoba vs. 2011 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 15 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1996 Seat Cordoba. (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 907 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 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Cordoba. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Seat Cordoba | 2011 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Seat | SsangYong |
| Model | Cordoba | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
