2001 Kia Magentis vs. 2006 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2006 Seat Cordoba is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Magentis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Magentis would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Magentis (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2006 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Magentis weights approximately 240 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, 2001 Kia Magentis (180 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Cordoba. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Magentis | 2006 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Kia | Seat |
| Model | Magentis | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
