1998 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2007 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2007 Kia Cerato is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2007 Kia Cerato. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Cerato weights approximately 43 kg more than 1998 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 1998 Ferrari Mondial 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 Ferrari Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Ferrari Mondial (363 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Cerato. (186 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari Mondial | 2007 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | Mondial | Cerato |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3184 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1393 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
