2005 Kia Cerato vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Cerato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Cerato would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (256 HP) has 155 more horse power than 2005 Kia Cerato. (101 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 796 kg more than 2005 Kia Cerato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Cerato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Cerato. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Cerato.
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2005 Kia Cerato | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Cerato | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 256 HP |
Torque | 144 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5009 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1783 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2900 mm |