2007 Kia Cerato vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2007 Kia Cerato is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Kia Cerato. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 149 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 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara (251 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Cerato. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Cerato. 2007 Kia Cerato has automatic transmission and 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Cerato will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Cerato | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Cerato | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
