2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 219 kg more than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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, 2011 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1139 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3995 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1245 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2329 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 53 L |
