2010 Mazda 6 vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 6 (272 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 447 kg more than 2010 Mazda 6.
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, 2010 Mazda 6 (364 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sorento. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Mazda 6 | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Mazda | Kia |
Model | 6 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1839 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |