2005 Kia Sportage vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 337 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sportage | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sportage | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
