2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,374 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 252 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Lancer (218 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sportage | 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sportage | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2374 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
