2006 Kia Cerato vs. 2006 Nissan Almera
To start off, both 2006 Kia Cerato and 2006 Nissan Almera were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Almera (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Kia Cerato. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Almera weights approximately 95 kg more than 2006 Kia Cerato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Nissan Almera (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Cerato. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Cerato | 2006 Nissan Almera | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Cerato | Almera |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1253 kg | 1348 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |