1994 Holden Statesman vs. 2006 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2006 Kia Cerato is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Holden Statesman (224 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2006 Kia Cerato. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Cerato weights approximately 480 kg more than 1994 Holden Statesman.
Because 1994 Holden Statesman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Cerato, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Holden Statesman (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Cerato. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Holden Statesman | 2006 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Statesman | Cerato |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
