2008 Kia Sportage vs. 2008 Mazda Rustler
To start off, both 2008 Kia Sportage and 2008 Mazda Rustler were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 528 kg more than 2008 Mazda Rustler.
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, 2008 Kia Sportage (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Rustler. (120 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Rustler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sportage | 2008 Mazda Rustler | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sportage | Rustler |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1586 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1014 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 54 L |
