2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2010 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2010 Mazda CX-7 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda CX-7 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 504 kg more than 2010 Mazda CX-7.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mazda CX-7. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda CX-7. (218 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2010 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sorento | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
