2009 Kia Cerato vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2009 Kia Cerato and 2009 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cerato. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cerato weights approximately 34 kg more than 2009 Mazda 3.
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, 2009 Kia Cerato (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cerato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Cerato | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Cerato | 3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |