2002 Kia Sorento vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2004 Mazda 6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 6. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sorento weights approximately 554 kg more than 2004 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda 6. 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) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 6. (221 Nm). This means 2002 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Kia Sorento | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Sorento | 6 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 221 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1436 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |