2006 Kia Sportage vs. 1999 Mitsubishi GTO
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi GTO would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi GTO (276 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi GTO should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Mitsubishi GTO (426 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm). This means 1999 Mitsubishi GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 1999 Mitsubishi GTO | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sportage | GTO |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
