2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 2 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata (159 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 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 849 kg more than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 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 (192 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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2005 Kia Sorento | 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Sorento | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1944 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1250 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |