2009 Kia Cerato vs. 1990 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2009 Kia Cerato is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Terrano would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan Terrano (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cerato. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 502 kg more than 2009 Kia Cerato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Cerato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Terrano 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, 1990 Nissan Terrano (244 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cerato. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Cerato | 1990 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Cerato | Terrano |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1253 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
