2006 Kia Cerato vs. 2011 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2011 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Cerato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Cerato would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2006 Kia Cerato. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Cerato weights approximately 36 kg more than 2011 Mazda CX-9.
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 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Cerato. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Cerato | 2011 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Cerato | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1964 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
