2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2012 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2012 Mazda Premacy 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2012 Mazda Premacy. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 87 kg more than 2012 Mazda Premacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda Premacy. 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, 2012 Mazda Premacy (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda Premacy 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 Premacy | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sportage | Premacy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| 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 | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 58 L |
