2009 Kia Sorento vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 810 kg more than 1995 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mazda 626. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (169 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sorento | 626 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2065 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
