2006 Kia Cerato vs. 2001 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2006 Kia Cerato is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Condor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Condor would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Cerato (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Condor. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Cerato should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Condor weights approximately 173 kg more than 2006 Kia Cerato.
Because 2001 Toyota Condor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Toyota Condor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Cerato, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Toyota Condor (158 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Cerato. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Condor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Cerato | 2001 Toyota Condor | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Cerato | Condor |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1253 kg | 1426 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |