2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 2,970 cc, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (179 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 380 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sorento | Colt |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2970 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1620 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 95 L |
