2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 2006 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 3 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Seat Cordoba. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 111 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, 2006 Seat Cordoba (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Cee'd | 2006 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Kia | Seat |
| Model | Cee'd | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |
