2005 Kia Sportage vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 127 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante. 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sportage | 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
Model | Sportage | Diamante |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |