2008 Kia Cerato vs. 2007 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2008 Kia Cerato is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Suzuki SX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Suzuki SX4 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki SX4 (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Kia Cerato. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Cerato.
Because 2007 Suzuki SX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Cerato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki SX4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Suzuki SX4 (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Cerato. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Cerato. 2008 Kia Cerato has automatic transmission and 2007 Suzuki SX4 has manual transmission. 2007 Suzuki SX4 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 | 2007 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Cerato | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |
