2006 Kia Cerato vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Highlander (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2006 Kia Cerato. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Cerato weights approximately 256 kg more than 2010 Toyota Highlander.
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 Toyota Highlander (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Cerato. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Cerato. 2010 Toyota Highlander 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. 2010 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Cerato | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Cerato | Highlander |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 73 L |