2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor vs. 2011 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2011 Kia Sorento is newer by 7 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, 2011 Kia Sorento (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 108 kg more than 2011 Kia Sorento.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Sorento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor (339 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Sorento. (336 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor | 2011 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
| Model | Endeavor | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3835 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1767 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1735 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 68 L |
