2000 Mitsubishi SSS vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi SSS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi SSS would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi SSS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi SSS. (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi SSS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 81 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi SSS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mitsubishi SSS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Kia Sorento (307 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi SSS. (270 Nm). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi SSS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mitsubishi SSS | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
| Model | SSS | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1986 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 80 L |
