1996 Mazda 626 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 851 kg more than 1996 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mazda 626 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Mazda | Kia |
Model | 626 | Sorento |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |