2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 3,777 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 771 kg more than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (360 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (220 Nm). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 3777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 80 L |
