2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 is newer by 6 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 2. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 376 kg more than 2012 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Mazda 2 (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sportage | 2 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 43 L |
