2002 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 439 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante. 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 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante. (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mitsubishi Diamante | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
Model | Diamante | Sorento |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1999 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |