2002 Mazda Tribute vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda Tribute (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sorento. (188 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sorento weights approximately 109 kg more than 2002 Mazda Tribute.
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 Mazda Tribute (270 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sorento. (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mazda Tribute | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Mazda | Kia |
Model | Tribute | Sorento |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1699 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |