2007 Kia Cerato vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Kia Cerato is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2007 Kia Cerato. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Cerato weights approximately 8 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Cerato. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Cerato. 2007 Kia Cerato has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Passat 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 | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cerato | Passat |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.1 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
