2009 Kia Cerato vs. 1994 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Kia Cerato is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Land Rover Defender would be higher. At 2,501 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Land Rover Defender (182 HP) has 78 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cerato. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cerato.
Because 1994 Land Rover Defender 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, 1994 Land Rover Defender 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, 1994 Land Rover Defender (312 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cerato. (144 Nm). This means 1994 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Cerato | 1994 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Kia | Land Rover |
| Model | Cerato | Defender |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |
