2007 Kia Cerato vs. 2010 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2007 Kia Cerato. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Cerato.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Cerato. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Cerato. 2007 Kia Cerato has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Beetle has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Beetle 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 | 2010 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cerato | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.1 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
