2004 Kia Amanti vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Amanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Amanti would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Amanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Amanti (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (199 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Amanti should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Amanti weights approximately 150 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Kia Amanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander (303 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Amanti. (298 Nm). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Amanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Amanti | 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Amanti | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 303 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
