2008 Kia Sportage vs. 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 662 kg more than 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (124 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sportage | 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sportage | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
