2007 Kia Cerato vs. 1954 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Kia Cerato is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Riley Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Riley Pathfinder would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Riley Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Riley Pathfinder (108 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Kia Cerato. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Riley Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Riley Pathfinder weights approximately 282 kg more than 2007 Kia Cerato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Riley Pathfinder is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Riley Pathfinder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Cerato, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1954 Riley Pathfinder (182 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Cerato. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1954 Riley Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Cerato | 1954 Riley Pathfinder | |
| Make | Kia | Riley |
| Model | Cerato | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 120 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1253 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |
