2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 474 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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, 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer (355 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sorento | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1944 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
