2005 Kia Sportage vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Sportage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sportage | 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sportage | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
