2006 Kia Cerato vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2006 Kia Cerato and 2006 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Cerato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Cerato (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Cerato should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Cerato weights approximately 735 kg more than 2006 Opel Astra. 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 Opel Astra (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Cerato. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Cerato | 2006 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Cerato | Astra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |
