2006 Kia Cerato vs. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, both 2006 Kia Cerato and 2006 Volkswagen Multivan were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Kia Cerato. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 931 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 Volkswagen Multivan (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Cerato. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Cerato | 2006 Volkswagen Multivan | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Cerato | Multivan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 17.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1253 kg | 2184 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |