2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2007 Mazda CX-9
To start off, both 2007 Kia Sportage and 2007 Mazda CX-9 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda CX-9 (250 HP) has 111 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (139 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Kia Sportage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-9, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mazda CX-9 (325 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm). This means 2007 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sportage | 2007 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sportage | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2880 mm |
