2004 Kia Sorento vs. 1997 Mazda 626
To start off, 2004 Kia Sorento is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 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 103 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 680 kg more than 1997 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 626. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sorento | 1997 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sorento | 626 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |
