2006 Kia Cerato vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Cerato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Cerato would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2006 Kia Cerato. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Cerato.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Cerato. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Cerato | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Cerato | Impreza |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 74.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |