2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 121 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. 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 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (265 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sorento | Carisma |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1394 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
