2007 Kia Cerato vs. 2006 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2007 Kia Cerato is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Picanto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Picanto 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 41 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Cerato should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 678 kg more than 2007 Kia Cerato.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Cerato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Cerato | 2006 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Cerato | Picanto |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |
