2006 Kia Cerato vs. 2010 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2010 Nissan Cube is newer by 4 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Kia Cerato. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Cerato weights approximately 729 kg more than 2010 Nissan Cube.
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, 2010 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Cerato. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Cerato | 2010 Nissan Cube | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Cerato | Cube |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1271 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |