2009 Kia Cerato vs. 2007 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Kia Cerato is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tundra (271 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cerato. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cerato.
Because 2007 Toyota Tundra 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, 2007 Toyota Tundra 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, 2007 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cerato. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Cerato | 2007 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Cerato | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 424 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
