2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 6 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 460 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
Model | Sorento | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1944 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1351 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2576 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |