2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse
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 Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 646 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. 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 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sorento | 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
Model | Sorento | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2056 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2570 mm |