2008 Seat Cordoba vs. 2013 Kia Forte
To start off, 2013 Kia Forte is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Forte (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2008 Seat Cordoba. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Forte weights approximately 154 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Seat Cordoba (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Forte. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Cordoba | 2013 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Seat | Kia |
| Model | Cordoba | Forte |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1348 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |
