2008 Kia Cerato vs. 2000 Kia Clarus
To start off, 2008 Kia Cerato is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Clarus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Clarus would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Clarus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Clarus (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Kia Cerato. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Clarus should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Cerato weights approximately 94 kg more than 2000 Kia Clarus.
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, 2000 Kia Clarus (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Cerato. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Clarus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Cerato. 2008 Kia Cerato has automatic transmission and 2000 Kia Clarus has manual transmission. 2000 Kia Clarus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Cerato will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Cerato | 2000 Kia Clarus | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Cerato | Clarus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1324 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
