2002 Kia Sorento vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 5 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 73 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sorento weights approximately 480 kg more than 2007 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 2007 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Sorento. (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Sorento. 2002 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Kia Sorento | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Sorento | 6 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |