2008 Mazda 6 vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sportage (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 6. (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sportage weights approximately 322 kg more than 2008 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Kia Sportage (358 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 6. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda 6 | 2011 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Mazda | Kia |
Model | 6 | Sportage |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1502 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |