2008 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2004 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 4 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 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2004 Kia Cerato. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Cerato weights approximately 170 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Impala.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (290 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Cerato. (193 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Impala | 2004 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Impala | Cerato |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3505 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 58 L |
