2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sportage. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 353 kg more than 2013 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor (346 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
| Model | Endeavor | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3828 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1432 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 58 L |
