2009 Mazda B2300 vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mazda B2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda B2300 would be higher. At 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 357 kg more than 2009 Mazda B2300.
Because 2009 Mazda B2300 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 2009 Mazda B2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2009 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda B2300 | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | B2300 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2266 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 53 L |
