2007 Kia Magentis vs. 2006 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2007 Kia Magentis is newer by 1 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Magentis (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Seat Cordoba. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Magentis weights approximately 436 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, 2007 Kia Magentis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Cordoba. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Magentis | 2006 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Kia | Seat |
| Model | Magentis | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
