2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2004 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda MPV (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 362 kg more than 2004 Mazda MPV.
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, 2004 Mazda MPV (260 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 2004 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sportage | MPV |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2083 kg | 1721 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
