2002 Seat Cordoba vs. 2004 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Korando is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 736 kg more than 2002 Seat Cordoba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Seat Cordoba. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 SsangYong Korando (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Cordoba. 2002 Seat Cordoba has automatic transmission and 2004 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2004 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Seat Cordoba will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Seat Cordoba | 2004 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Seat | SsangYong |
| Model | Cordoba | Korando |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.9 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
