2007 Kia Cerato vs. 2012 Chrysler 200
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 200 is newer by 5 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler 200 (280 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2007 Kia Cerato. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 200 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler 200 weights approximately 440 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, 2012 Chrysler 200 (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Cerato. (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Cerato | 2012 Chrysler 200 | |
| Make | Kia | Chrysler |
| Model | Cerato | 200 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4948 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
