2007 Kia Cerato vs. 2006 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 Kia Cerato is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Kia Cerato. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 539 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 2006 SsangYong Korando 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, 2006 SsangYong Korando 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, 2006 SsangYong Korando (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Cerato. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Cerato | 2006 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Kia | SsangYong |
| Model | Cerato | Korando |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.1 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
