2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1999 Mazda 121
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1999 Mazda 121. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1187 kg more than 1999 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mazda 121. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (184 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda 121. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1999 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sorento | 121 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1241 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
