2001 Kia Sportage vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 11 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2001 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Sportage weights approximately 132 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2001 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (198 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Sportage | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sportage | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2634 mm |
