2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. Both 2005 Kia Sorento and 1996 Mitsubishi Magna are equipped with a 2,351 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Magna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 570 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Magna.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mitsubishi Magna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Magna (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1996 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sorento | Magna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1944 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
