2001 Kia Sportage vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2001 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 328 kg more than 2001 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mitsubishi Raider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Sportage | 2007 Mitsubishi Raider | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sportage | Raider |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3340 mm |
