2005 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sportage. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 169 kg more than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda RX-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda RX-8. 2013 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda RX-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda RX-8 | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | RX-8 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 58 L |
