2008 Kia Cerato vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2008 Kia Cerato is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2008 Kia Cerato. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 301 kg more than 2008 Kia Cerato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo V50 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 Volvo V50 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 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Cerato. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Cerato | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Cerato | V50 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.1 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1324 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
