2000 Kia Sportage vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 323 kg more than 2000 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor (346 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Sportage | 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sportage | Endeavor |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
