2006 Kia Cerato vs. 1994 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Kia Cerato is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Cerato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Kia Cerato. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Cerato weights approximately 163 kg more than 1994 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2006 Kia Cerato (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Cerato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Cerato | 1994 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Cerato | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1253 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
