2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2010 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2010 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 642 kg more than 2007 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mazda CX-9. 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, 2010 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sportage | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1324 kg | 1966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 76 L |
