2005 Kia Sportage vs. 1997 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1997 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 377 kg more than 1997 Mazda RX-7.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mazda RX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1997 Mazda RX-7 (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sportage | 1997 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sportage | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2430 mm |
