2006 Kia Cerato vs. 2009 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol is newer by 3 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 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2006 Kia Cerato. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 385 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.
Because 2009 Nissan Patrol is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Nissan Patrol. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Cerato, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Nissan Patrol (426 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Cerato. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Cerato | 2009 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Cerato | Patrol |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 4759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 135 L |