2006 Kia Sorento vs. 2003 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Premacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Premacy would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 615 kg more than 2003 Mazda Premacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mazda Premacy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Kia Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sorento | 2003 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Sorento | Premacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |