1999 Mazda 626 vs. 2011 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2011 Kia Sorento is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sorento (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1999 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sorento weights approximately 467 kg more than 1999 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Sorento (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda 626. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda 626 | 2011 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | 626 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1707 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
