2004 Kia Sorento vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1053 kg more than 2009 Mazda BT-50. 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, 2004 Kia Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda BT-50. 2004 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda BT-50 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda BT-50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sorento | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sorento | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
