2007 Kia Cerato vs. 2007 Volvo C30
To start off, both 2007 Kia Cerato and 2007 Volvo C30 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Cerato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo C30 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Kia Cerato. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Cerato weights approximately 47 kg more than 2007 Volvo C30.
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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo C30. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Cerato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo C30.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Cerato | 2007 Volvo C30 | |
Make | Kia | Volvo |
Model | Cerato | C30 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1327 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |