2008 Kia Sportage vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 726 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage. 2007 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sportage | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sportage | 6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |
