2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 Mazda 2
To start off, both 2005 Kia Sorento and 2005 Mazda 2 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 93 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 2. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 840 kg more than 2005 Mazda 2. 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 (294 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 2. (146 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2005 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Sorento | 2 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 146 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |