2006 Kia Cerato vs. 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2006 Kia Cerato is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 402 more horse power than 2006 Kia Cerato. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Cerato weights approximately 289 kg more than 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1.
Because 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 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 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1. 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, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Cerato. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Cerato | 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Cerato | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
