2008 Kia Cerato vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, both 2008 Kia Cerato and 2008 Toyota RAV4 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Kia Cerato. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Cerato weights approximately 63 kg more than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
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 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Cerato. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Cerato | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Cerato | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |