2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 306 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sportage | 6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1381 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |
