2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2008 Mazda Etude
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda Etude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda Etude would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 451 kg more than 2008 Mazda Etude.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda Etude. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Etude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 2008 Mazda Etude | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sorento | Etude |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1597 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
