2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer
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 Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 3,340 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (113 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (117 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
Model | Sorento | Lancer |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3340 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |