2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 319 kg more than 2005 Mazda B3000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Kia Sorento (310 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B3000. (240 Nm). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Kia Sorento | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Sorento | B3000 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1671 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 74 L |