2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, both 2008 Kia Sorento and 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata (159 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 844 kg more than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Kia Sorento | 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Sorento | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1999 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |