2002 Kia Sportage vs. 2009 Mazda 2
To start off, 2009 Mazda 2 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 2. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sportage weights approximately 498 kg more than 2009 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda 2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 2. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Sportage | 2009 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sportage | 2 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |
