2004 Kia Sorento vs. 1993 Mazda 626
To start off, 2004 Kia Sorento is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 626. (170 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sorento | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sorento | 626 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
