2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer
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 Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 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 108 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
Model | Sorento | Lancer |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
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 | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 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 Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |