2005 Ford Freestyle vs. 2006 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2006 Kia Cerato is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestyle (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2006 Kia Cerato. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Cerato weights approximately 135 kg more than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Because 2005 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Cerato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle 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, 2005 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Cerato. (146 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestyle | 2006 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Freestyle | Cerato |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
