2006 Kia Cerato vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 6 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2006 Kia Cerato. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 6 weights approximately 257 kg more than 2006 Kia Cerato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Cerato. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Cerato | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Cerato | 6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1253 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
