2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 6. (127 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 449 kg more than 2010 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mazda 6. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 6. (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sorento | 6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1999 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
