2004 Kia Cerato vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Cerato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Cerato would be higher. At 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti G (324 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2004 Kia Cerato. (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti G weights approximately 486 kg more than 2004 Kia Cerato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Infiniti G is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Kia Cerato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Infiniti G (365 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Cerato. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Cerato | 2013 Infiniti G | |
| Make | Kia | Infiniti |
| Model | Cerato | G |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 324 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1773 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2850 mm |
