2007 Kia Sorento vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sorento (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 6. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 422 kg more than 2004 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Kia Sorento (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 6. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sorento | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Sorento | 6 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2027 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |