2006 Kia Cerato vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2006 Kia Cerato. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1054 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 2010 Volkswagen T5 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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Cerato. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Cerato | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cerato | T5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1253 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
