2004 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 Mazda 3
To start off, 2005 Mazda 3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 833 kg more than 2005 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Kia Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 3. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Sorento | 2005 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Sorento | 3 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |