2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Drifter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Drifter would be higher. At 2,606 cc, 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Drifter (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 342 kg more than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda Drifter. 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 (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter. 2007 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda Drifter has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda Drifter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sportage | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sportage | Drifter |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2606 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1345 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
