2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 585 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Kia Sorento | 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
Model | Sorento | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 2349 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |