2004 Kia Sorento vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. (158 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 188 kg more than 2004 Kia Sorento.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sorento | 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sorento | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 2058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 71 L |
