2002 Kia Sorento vs. 1994 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2002 Kia Sorento is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2002 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sorento weights approximately 690 kg more than 1994 Mazda RX-7.
Because 2002 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Mazda RX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sorento 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, 2002 Kia Sorento (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Sorento | 1994 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sorento | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2615 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 77 L |
