2012 Kia Cee'd vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Kia Cee'd. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Kia Cee'd would be higher. At 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 3 (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 3 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 3. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Kia Cee'd | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Cee'd | 3 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1383 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 |
