2004 Kia Sportage vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (200 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sportage.
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, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Sportage | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
Model | Sportage | Pajero |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 71 L |