2007 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2010 Kia Sorento

To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 3,777 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (158 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 133 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sorento. (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sorento. 2010 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Mitsubishi Pajero 2010 Kia Sorento
Make Mitsubishi Kia
Model Pajero Sorento
Year Released 2007 2010
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3200 cc 3777 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 158 HP 265 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 373 Nm 360 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 98.5 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 105 mm 85.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 170 km/hour 190 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.3 seconds 8.5 seconds
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1785 kg 1918 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1870 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.5 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 80 L


 

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