2006 Kia Sorento vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Verada (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 490 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Verada.
Because 2006 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mitsubishi Verada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Verada (317 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sorento | 2001 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sorento | Verada |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |
