2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Galant

To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. (159 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 235 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento.

Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (353 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. (220 Nm). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Kia Sorento 2005 Mitsubishi Galant
Make Kia Mitsubishi
Model Sorento Galant
Year Released 2008 2005
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3778 cc 2477 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 262 HP 159 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 353 Nm 220 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.4:1 9.5:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1285 kg 1520 kg
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 4840 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.2 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 67 L


 

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