2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,964 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 247 kg more than 2004 Mazda 6.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (306 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 6. (260 Nm). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sportage | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sportage | 6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |
