2007 Kia Sorento vs. 2002 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 2,615 cc, 2002 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 697 kg more than 2002 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2007 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mazda RX-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sorento | 2002 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Sorento | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2615 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |