2009 Kia Cerato vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 4 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cerato. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 536 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 2013 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Cerato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 (441 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cerato. (245 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Cerato | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Kia | Audi |
| Model | Cerato | A7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4969 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2914 mm |
