2006 Kia Cerato vs. 2012 Lancia Voyager
To start off, 2012 Lancia Voyager is newer by 6 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 2,777 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Voyager (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Kia Cerato. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Voyager should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Voyager weights approximately 857 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.
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, 2012 Lancia Voyager (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Cerato. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Cerato | 2012 Lancia Voyager | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Cerato | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1253 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
