2011 Kia Borrego vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2011 Kia Borrego.
Because 2011 Kia Borrego is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Kia Borrego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Kia Borrego | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Borrego | 6 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 64 L |
