2006 MG ZS 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 MG ZS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 MG ZS would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 MG ZS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 MG ZS (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 MG ZS should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 53 kg more than 2006 MG ZS.
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, 2010 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 MG ZS. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 MG ZS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 MG ZS | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | MG | Kia |
| Model | ZS | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1367 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |
