2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2008 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda CX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda CX-7 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 490 kg more than 2008 Mazda CX-7.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Mazda CX-7 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sportage | 2008 Mazda CX-7 | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Sportage | CX-7 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 69 L |