2005 Mazda 6 vs. 2011 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2011 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sorento (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sorento weights approximately 283 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Kia Sorento (229 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (210 Nm). This means 2011 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 2011 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | 6 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1439 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
