2007 Kia Cerato vs. 2010 Infiniti M
To start off, 2010 Infiniti M is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Cerato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Cerato would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti M (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2007 Kia Cerato. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Cerato.
Because 2010 Infiniti M is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Infiniti M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Cerato, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Infiniti M (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Cerato. (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Cerato | 2010 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Kia | Infiniti |
| Model | Cerato | M |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2901 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |
