2004 Seat Cordoba vs. 1999 Kia Clarus
To start off, 2004 Seat Cordoba is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Clarus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Clarus would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Clarus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Clarus (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Clarus should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Clarus weights approximately 150 kg more than 2004 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, 1999 Kia Clarus (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Cordoba. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Clarus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Cordoba. 1999 Kia Clarus has automatic transmission and 2004 Seat Cordoba has manual transmission. 2004 Seat Cordoba will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Kia Clarus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Seat Cordoba | 1999 Kia Clarus | |
| Make | Seat | Kia |
| Model | Cordoba | Clarus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
