2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2003 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 242 kg more than 2003 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 (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Tribute.
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2008 Kia Sorento | 2003 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Sorento | Tribute |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 122 HP |
Torque | 302 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2027 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 57 L |