2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 Mazda 3
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 764 kg more than 2005 Mazda 3.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda 3. 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 3. (187 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 3. 2009 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Kia Sorento | 2005 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Sorento | 3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1999 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |