2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata
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 MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 852 kg more than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (225 Nm). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sorento | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1999 kg | 1147 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 48 L |
