2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,656 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 260 kg more than 2011 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sportage | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Sportage | 6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |