2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 45 kg more than 2009 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante. (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sorento | 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
Model | Sorento | Diamante |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 85.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |