2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 3 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 475 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. (176 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sorento | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
