2005 Kia Sportage vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mitsubishi Verada (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 172 kg more than 1991 Mitsubishi Verada.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Mitsubishi Verada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage 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, 2005 Kia Sportage (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mitsubishi Verada. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sportage | 1991 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sportage | Verada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
