2009 Kia Cerato vs. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2009 Kia Cerato is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Monaro would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cerato. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 402 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 2002 Vauxhall Monaro 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 2002 Vauxhall Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cerato. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Cerato | 2002 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Kia | Vauxhall |
| Model | Cerato | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1253 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2800 mm |
