2006 Kia Cerato vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 2 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Kia Cerato. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Cerato weights approximately 720 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Bora.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Cerato. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Cerato. 2008 Volkswagen Bora has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Cerato has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Cerato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Bora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Cerato | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cerato | Bora |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
