2010 Kia Cee'd vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Kia Cee'd. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Kia Cee'd would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 3 (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 3 weights approximately 41 kg more than 2010 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Mazda 3 (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Kia Cee'd | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Cee'd | 3 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1337 kg | 1378 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
