2008 Kia Sportage vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (272 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 863 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda 6. 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, 2009 Mazda 6 (365 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sportage | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Sportage | 6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3726 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1988 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |