2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer (262 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 586 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer (355 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
Model | Sorento | Lancer |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2056 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 74 L |