2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Cee'd. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Cee'd would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
Because 2011 Infiniti M is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Infiniti M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Infiniti M (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (187 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Cee'd | 2011 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Kia | Infiniti |
| Model | Cee'd | M |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2901 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 67 L |
