2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
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 Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 430 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. 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, 2006 Kia Sportage (241 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sportage | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 59 L |
