2006 Mazda 3 vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 57 kg more than 2006 Mazda 3. 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, 2006 Mazda 3 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 3 | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | 3 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |
