1998 Kia Avella vs. 2005 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2005 Seat Cordoba is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Avella would be higher. At 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Cordoba (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 249 kg more than 1998 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Seat Cordoba (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Avella | 2005 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Kia | Seat |
Model | Avella | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2470 mm |