2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Montero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Montero would be higher. At 3,827 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Montero (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 598 kg more than 2006 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Mitsubishi Montero (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage. 2005 Mitsubishi Montero has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mitsubishi Montero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 2005 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sportage | Montero |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
