2003 Mazda Tribute vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 631 kg more than 2003 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Tribute. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2003 Mazda Tribute has manual transmission. 2003 Mazda Tribute will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mazda Tribute | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Mazda | Kia |
Model | Tribute | Sorento |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |