2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 is newer by 7 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 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 3. (148 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 3.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mazda 3 (360 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2012 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sorento | 3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
