2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2010 Mazda MazdaSpeed3
To start off, 2010 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 is newer by 4 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 (263 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 70 kg more than 2010 Mazda MazdaSpeed3.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mazda MazdaSpeed3. 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, 2010 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 (379 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 2010 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sportage | MazdaSpeed3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4511 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
