2000 Kia Sportage vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (213 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 647 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage. 2007 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2000 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2000 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Sportage | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Sportage | 6 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 213 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |