2009 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sorento (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (108 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sorento weights approximately 679 kg more than 2009 Mazda RX-8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda RX-8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Kia Sorento (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (140 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda RX-8 | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Mazda | Kia |
Model | RX-8 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1308 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |