2007 Mazda Tribute vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 403 kg more than 2007 Mazda Tribute.
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, 2008 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda Tribute | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Mazda | Kia |
Model | Tribute | Sorento |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 14.6 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 | 1653 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |