2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2012 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-9 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 64 kg more than 2012 Mazda CX-9.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda CX-9 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 CX-9 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sorento | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2027 kg | 1963 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
