2005 Kia Cerato vs. 2000 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2005 Kia Cerato is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Peugeot 607. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot 607 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot 607 (210 HP) has 109 more horse power than 2005 Kia Cerato. (101 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Cerato weights approximately 315 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 607.
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, 2000 Peugeot 607 (386 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Cerato. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Cerato | 2000 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Cerato | 607 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
