2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Verada (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 355 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Verada.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Mitsubishi Verada (317 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2001 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sorento | Verada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
