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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2011 Kia Sorento. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sorento weights approximately 137 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6.
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, 2005 Mazda 6 (260 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Sorento. (229 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Sorento.
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 | 2966 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1707 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
