2006 Kia Cerato vs. 2006 Mazda 5
To start off, both 2006 Kia Cerato and 2006 Mazda 5 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 5 (157 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Kia Cerato. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2006 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, 2006 Mazda 5 (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Cerato. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Cerato | 2006 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Cerato | 5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |