2008 Kia Cerato vs. 2000 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Kia Cerato is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Cerato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Yaris (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Kia Cerato. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Cerato weights approximately 394 kg more than 2000 Toyota Yaris.
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 Kia Cerato (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Yaris. (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Cerato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Yaris. 2008 Kia Cerato has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Yaris 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 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Cerato | Yaris |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 84.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1324 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 87 L |