2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1999 Mazda Demio
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 Demio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda Demio would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1999 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 993 kg more than 1999 Mazda Demio. 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 Demio. 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 (295 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1999 Mazda Demio | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sorento | Demio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1953 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2400 mm |
