2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Sorento 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 32 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (160 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 525 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sorento | 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sorento | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 2375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 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 |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |
