2003 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2009 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2009 Kia Cerato is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 2,735 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Intrepid (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cerato. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 196 kg more than 2009 Kia Cerato. 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, 2003 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cerato. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Intrepid | 2009 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Intrepid | Cerato |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2735 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2620 mm |
