2006 Mazda 6 vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,964 cc, 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sportage. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 715 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6.
Because 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda 6. 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda 6 | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Mazda | Kia |
Model | 6 | Sportage |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2964 cc | 2400 cc |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |