2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2011 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2011 Mazda CX-7 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda CX-7 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 101 kg more than 2011 Mazda CX-7.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda CX-7. 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 (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda CX-7. (218 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 2011 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sportage | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |
