2007 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Kia Cerato

To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Cerato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Cerato would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (161 HP) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Kia Cerato. (101 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2005 Kia Cerato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Cerato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 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, 2007 Audi A4 (226 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Cerato. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Cerato. 2005 Kia Cerato has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Cerato will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi A4 2005 Kia Cerato
Make Audi Kia
Model A4 Cerato
Year Released 2007 2005
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 1599 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 101 HP
Torque 226 Nm 144 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1525 kg 1195 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2620 mm


 

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