2005 Mazda Drifter vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Drifter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Drifter would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sportage (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sportage weights approximately 422 kg more than 2005 Mazda Drifter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Drifter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Sportage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter 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, 2011 Kia Sportage (358 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter. 2011 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda Drifter has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda Drifter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Drifter | 2011 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | Drifter | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
