1998 Daewoo Chairman vs. 2005 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2005 Kia Cerato is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daewoo Chairman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daewoo Chairman would be higher. At 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daewoo Chairman (150 HP) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Kia Cerato. (101 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 350 kg more than 2005 Kia Cerato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Daewoo Chairman 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 1998 Daewoo Chairman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1998 Daewoo Chairman (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Cerato. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Daewoo Chairman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daewoo Chairman | 2005 Kia Cerato | |
Make | Daewoo | Kia |
Model | Chairman | Cerato |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2293 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 101 HP |
Torque | 220 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |