2006 Kia Cerato vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2006 Kia Cerato and 2006 Peugeot 407 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 407 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Kia Cerato. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 307 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 Peugeot 407 (301 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Cerato. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Cerato | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Kia | Peugeot |
Model | Cerato | 407 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1253 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |