2005 Kia Carens vs. 1998 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2005 Kia Carens is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carens (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1998 Seat Cordoba. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 586 kg more than 1998 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, 2005 Kia Carens (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Cordoba. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carens | 1998 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Kia | Seat |
| Model | Carens | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
