2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1994 Mazda Midge
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda Midge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda Midge would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1994 Mazda Midge. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda Midge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 499 kg more than 1994 Mazda Midge. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda Midge. (156 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda Midge.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1994 Mazda Midge | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sorento | Midge |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1050 kg |
