2007 Kia Picanto vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Picanto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Picanto would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 6 (272 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2007 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 681 kg more than 2007 Kia Picanto. 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, 2010 Mazda 6 (364 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Picanto | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Picanto | 6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 928 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
