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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sportage (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2006 Seat Cordoba. (74 HP @ 5000 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 355 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 (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Cordoba. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Cordoba.
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 | 1388 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4440 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 |