2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata (158 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 959 kg more than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (189 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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2005 Kia Sorento | 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Sorento | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 83.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2088 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |