2009 Kia Cerato vs. 2013 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2013 Nissan Versa 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Versa (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cerato. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cerato weights approximately 186 kg more than 2013 Nissan Versa.
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, 2013 Nissan Versa (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cerato. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Cerato | 2013 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Cerato | Versa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1253 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4455 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 41 L |
