2007 Kia Cerato vs. 2004 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, 2007 Kia Cerato is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Daihatsu YRV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Daihatsu YRV would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Cerato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Cerato (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Cerato should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Cerato weights approximately 436 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Cerato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu YRV 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 Kia Cerato (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Cerato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Cerato | 2004 Daihatsu YRV | |
| Make | Kia | Daihatsu |
| Model | Cerato | YRV |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 36 L |
