2008 Kia Cerato vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Cerato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Cerato would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Kia Cerato. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Cerato weights approximately 132 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Cerato, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Cerato. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Cerato | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cerato | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
