2008 Kia Sportage vs. 2000 Mazda 626
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sportage (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 374 kg more than 2000 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Mazda 626 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sportage | 2000 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Sportage | 626 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 392 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 74 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 58 L |