2007 Kia Picanto vs. 2004 Kia Cerato

To start off, 2007 Kia Picanto is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Cerato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Cerato would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Cerato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Cerato (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2007 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Cerato should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Cerato weights approximately 317 kg more than 2007 Kia Picanto. 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, 2004 Kia Cerato (193 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Cerato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Picanto.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Kia Picanto 2004 Kia Cerato
Make Kia Kia
Model Picanto Cerato
Year Released 2007 2004
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1086 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 64 HP 142 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 99 Nm 193 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 66 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77 mm 93.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 928 kg 1245 kg
Vehicle Length 3500 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 58 L


 

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