2006 Kia Cerato vs. 2002 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Cerato is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Cerato (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Cerato should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sportage weights approximately 65 kg more than 2006 Kia Cerato.
Because 2002 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Cerato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sportage 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, 2006 Kia Cerato (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Cerato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Cerato | 2002 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Cerato | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
