2003 Mazda Roadster vs. 2010 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2010 Kia Borrego is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Roadster would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Borrego weights approximately 260 kg more than 2003 Mazda Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2010 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Roadster. 2010 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 2003 Mazda Roadster has manual transmission. 2003 Mazda Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Roadster | 2010 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | Roadster | Borrego |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 78 L |
