2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor would be higher. At 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 590 kg more than 2010 Kia Sorento.
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, 2010 Kia Sorento (360 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (339 Nm). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
Model | Endeavor | Sorento |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3835 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 360 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 80 L |