2005 Kia Retona vs. 2002 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2005 Kia Retona 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Cordoba (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 632 kg more than 2002 Seat Cordoba.
Because 2005 Kia Retona 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, 2005 Kia Retona 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, 2002 Seat Cordoba (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Retona | 2002 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Kia | Seat |
Model | Retona | Cordoba |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1238 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |