2008 Kia Pro-ceed vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2008 Kia Pro-ceed is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Kia Pro-ceed. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Pro-ceed. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Pro-ceed weights approximately 13 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6.
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, 2008 Kia Pro-ceed (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Pro-ceed will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Pro-ceed | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Pro-ceed | 6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |
