2007 Kia Cerato vs. 2007 Nissan Primera
To start off, both 2007 Kia Cerato and 2007 Nissan Primera were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Primera (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Kia Cerato. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Primera weights approximately 74 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.
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 (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Primera. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Cerato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Cerato | 2007 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Cerato | Primera |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1448 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |