2006 Kia Cerato vs. 1993 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Kia Cerato is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Kia Cerato. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Cerato weights approximately 755 kg more than 1993 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 1993 Volkswagen Golf (166 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Cerato. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Cerato | 1993 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cerato | Golf |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2480 mm |
