2012 Mazda 3 vs. 2012 Kia Picanto
To start off, both 2012 Mazda 3 and 2012 Kia Picanto were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 3 (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2012 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 3 weights approximately 533 kg more than 2012 Kia Picanto. 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 Mazda 3 (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Picanto. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Mazda 3 | 2012 Kia Picanto | |
Make | Mazda | Kia |
Model | 3 | Picanto |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4506 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1755 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |