2009 Kia Optima vs. 2005 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2009 Kia Optima is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Optima (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2005 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, 2005 Seat Cordoba (321 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Optima. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Optima | 2005 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Kia | Seat |
| Model | Optima | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
