2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 303 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
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, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor (339 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (184 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
Model | Sorento | Endeavor |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 3835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
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 | 2178 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 81 L |