2005 Kia Sportage vs. 2003 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Premacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Premacy would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Premacy (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Premacy 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 2003 Mazda Premacy.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mazda Premacy. 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, 2005 Kia Sportage (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sportage | 2003 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Sportage | Premacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 58 L |