2008 Kia Cerato vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Kia Cerato is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Kia Cerato. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Cerato weights approximately 34 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (166 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Cerato. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Cerato | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cerato | Golf |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1324 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
