2009 Kia Cerato vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, both 2009 Kia Cerato and 2009 Volkswagen Caddy were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Cerato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cerato (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cerato should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 1054 kg more than 2009 Kia Cerato.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Volkswagen Caddy (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cerato. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Cerato | 2009 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Cerato | Caddy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1253 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |