2007 Kia Sorento vs. 2012 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sorento. (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 124 kg more than 2012 Mazda CX-9.
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, 2012 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sorento. (354 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sorento | 2012 Mazda CX-9 | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Sorento | CX-9 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1963 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1935 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2875 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |