2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 3 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), 2012 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 31 kg more than 2012 Mazda 6.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 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 (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sportage | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Sportage | 6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |