2007 Mitsubishi Raider vs. 2011 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2011 Kia Sorento is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mitsubishi Raider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mitsubishi Raider would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2011 Kia Sorento. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 78 kg more than 2011 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Raider (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Sorento. (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mitsubishi Raider | 2011 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
Model | Raider | Sorento |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1707 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1709 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |