2011 Geely Ck1 vs. 2005 Mazda 3
To start off, 2011 Geely Ck1 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 3 (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2011 Geely Ck1. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Geely Ck1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 3 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2011 Geely Ck1. 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, 2005 Mazda 3 (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Geely Ck1. (128 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Geely Ck1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Geely Ck1 | 2005 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Geely | Mazda |
| Model | Ck1 | 3 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
