2006 Seat Cordoba vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sportage (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2006 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sportage weights approximately 344 kg more than 2006 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, 2011 Kia Sportage (358 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Cordoba. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Cordoba. 2011 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2006 Seat Cordoba has manual transmission. 2006 Seat Cordoba will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Seat Cordoba | 2011 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Seat | Kia |
Model | Cordoba | Sportage |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1502 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |