2006 Kia Sorento vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, both 2006 Kia Sorento and 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero (164 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 825 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Sorento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sorento | 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
Model | Sorento | Pajero |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 98.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |