2007 Kia Cerato vs. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 4 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Cerato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Kia Cerato. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Cerato weights approximately 21 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Cerato. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Cerato | 2011 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cerato | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 11:00 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.1 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1797 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |
