2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2004 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda Laputa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda Laputa would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1267 kg more than 2004 Mazda Laputa. 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 2004 Mazda Laputa. 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 (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Laputa. (61 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2004 Mazda Laputa | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Sorento | Laputa |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3495 cc | 658 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 61 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 60.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2017 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 30 L |