2006 Kia Sorento vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 134 kg more than 2010 Mazda BT-50.
Because 2010 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Sorento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sorento. 2006 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2010 Mazda BT-50 has manual transmission. 2010 Mazda BT-50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Kia Sorento | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Sorento | BT-50 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |