2004 Kia Sorento vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 5 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 3,725 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (272 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 320 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mazda 6 (365 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Sorento | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Sorento | 6 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 3725 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 365 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |