2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2011 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2011 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 6 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 2,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 610 kg more than 2011 Mazda RX-8.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda RX-8. (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2011 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sorento | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1390 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2703 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
