2004 Kia Optima vs. 2001 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2004 Kia Optima is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Cordoba (154 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Kia Optima. (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Optima weights approximately 353 kg more than 2001 Seat Cordoba.
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 Seat Cordoba (210 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Optima. (199 Nm). This means 2001 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Optima | 2001 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Kia | Seat |
| Model | Optima | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
