2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2007 Mazda 3
To start off, 2007 Mazda 3 is newer by 4 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 43 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 3. (149 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 810 kg more than 2007 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 3. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 3. 2003 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sorento | 2007 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sorento | 3 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
