2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 6. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2009 Kia Sorento.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mazda 6. 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 (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 6. (193 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sorento | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Sorento | 6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |