1996 Mazda MPV vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Cee'd (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Mazda MPV. (114 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda MPV weights approximately 527 kg more than 2011 Kia Cee'd.
Because 1996 Mazda MPV is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Mazda MPV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Cee'd, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Mazda MPV (277 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mazda MPV | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Mazda | Kia |
Model | MPV | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1263 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |