2009 Kia Cerato vs. 2011 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2011 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Cerato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Cerato would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cerato. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 321 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.
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, 2011 Ford Transit Connect (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cerato. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Cerato | 2011 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Cerato | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1253 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
