2006 Kia Cerato vs. 2013 Infiniti QX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti QX is newer by 7 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 5,552 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti QX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti QX (395 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 2006 Kia Cerato. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti QX should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti QX weights approximately 656 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 2013 Infiniti QX 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, 2013 Infiniti QX 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, 2013 Infiniti QX (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Cerato. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti QX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Cerato | 2013 Infiniti QX | |
| Make | Kia | Infiniti |
| Model | Cerato | QX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3075 mm |
