2007 Kia Cerato vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 6 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Kia Cerato. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 263 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, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Cerato. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Cerato | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Kia | Ford |
Model | Cerato | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1589 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2113 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 56 L |