2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (264 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (225 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor. 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 (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (346 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor. 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sorento | Endeavor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3828 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 81 L |
