2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Verada
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 Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Verada (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 177 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Verada.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Verada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Verada (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 2005 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sportage | Verada |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
