2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1996 Mazda Sentia
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda Sentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda Sentia would be higher. At 3,340 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1996 Mazda Sentia. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda Sentia.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda Sentia. (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda Sentia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 1996 Mazda Sentia | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Sorento | Sentia |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3340 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |