2006 Kia Cerato vs. 2005 Lada 2123
To start off, 2006 Kia Cerato is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lada 2123. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lada 2123 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lada 2123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Cerato (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Lada 2123. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Cerato should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Cerato weights approximately 674 kg more than 2005 Lada 2123. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lada 2123 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, 2005 Lada 2123 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 (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada 2123. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Cerato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Cerato | 2005 Lada 2123 | |
| Make | Kia | Lada |
| Model | Cerato | 2123 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
