2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2011 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2011 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 4 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda CX-7 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 75 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 2011 Mazda CX-7. 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, 2011 Mazda CX-7 (218 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage. 2011 Mazda CX-7 has automatic transmission and 2007 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2007 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sportage | 2011 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sportage | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |
