1999 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 216 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2009 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
Model | Pajero | Sorento |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2970 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2720 mm |