2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 3 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 560 kg more than 2009 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Cee'd. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M will offer significantly more control. 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 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Infiniti M | |
Make | Kia | Infiniti |
Model | Cee'd | M |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1514 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2901 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 76 L |