2009 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1998 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2009 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Seat Cordoba (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 110 kg more than 1998 Seat Cordoba.
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, 1998 Seat Cordoba (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daewoo Kalos | 1998 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Daewoo | Seat |
Model | Kalos | Cordoba |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1148 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |