2005 Seat Cordoba vs. 2000 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2005 Seat Cordoba is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Sephia II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Sephia II would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Sephia II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Sephia II (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sephia II should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 49 kg more than 2000 Kia Sephia II.
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 Seat Cordoba (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sephia II. 2000 Kia Sephia II has automatic transmission and 2005 Seat Cordoba has manual transmission. 2005 Seat Cordoba will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Kia Sephia II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Seat Cordoba | 2000 Kia Sephia II | |
Make | Seat | Kia |
Model | Cordoba | Sephia II |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |