2007 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 2006 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 1 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2006 Kia Cerato. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Cerato.
Because 2007 Hyundai Veracruz 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, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz 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 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Cerato. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Cerato. 2007 Hyundai Veracruz 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. 2007 Hyundai Veracruz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Veracruz | 2006 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Veracruz | Cerato |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 55 L |
