2002 Seat Cordoba vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 3 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 656 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 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 2005 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2005 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 | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Seat | SsangYong |
Model | Cordoba | Korando |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1785 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |