Kia Sorento vs. Mitsubishi Montero Sport
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Kia Sorento and Mitsubishi Montero Sport contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Kia Sorento and the Mitsubishi Montero Sport.
When comparing the Kia Sorento's and the Mitsubishi Montero Sport's specifications and ratings, The Mitsubishi Montero Sport has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Kia Sorento's and the Mitsubishi Montero Sport's specifications and ratings, the Mitsubishi Montero Sport is a better car than the Kia Sorento.
Pricing: A used 2004 Kia Sorento ranges from $1,860 to $9,315 while a used 2004 Mitsubishi Montero Sport is priced between $1,750 to $6,894.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Kia Sorento’s base engine makes 192 horsepower, and the Mitsubishi Montero Sport base engine makes 197 horsepower. The Sorento is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 378 miles. The Montero Sport is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 361 miles.This gives the Mitsubishi Montero Sport the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Kia Sorento the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings: The Kia Sorento has an average safety rating of 4.49 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$21,640
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize SUVs)
$24,819
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
$17,245 - $28,860
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$24,594
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
N/A
Category Starting MSRP Range:
N/A
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$5,397
Price Range:
$1,860 - $9,315
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize SUVs)
$6,698
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
$4,453 - $13,472
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
12
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
173,713
# Good or Great Deals:
0
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$4,978
Price Range:
$1,750 - $6,894
Category Avg Price:
N/A
Category Avg Price Range:
N/A
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
2
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
210,683
# Good or Great Deals:
0
Kia Sorento Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.2 / 10
Reliability:
8.2 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Mitsubishi Montero Sport Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Kia Sorento
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
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Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Mitsubishi Montero Sport
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.4
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
2.7
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
1.1 - 16.3
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.6
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Kia Sorento Rankings
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58 out of / 67Mitsubishi Montero Sport Rankings
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Kia Sorento Trim Levels
EX, LX
Mitsubishi Montero Sport Trim Levels
LS, XLS
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.49 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
192 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
217 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.046 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
3500 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
197 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
223 foot-lbs @ 3500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.050 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
5000 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 18 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
294 / 378 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 19 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
285 / 361 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Roof Rack:
Standard
Air Suspension:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Roof Rack:
Standard
Air Suspension:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.4 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.5 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4191 lbs
Width:
73.3 inches
Height:
68.1 inches
Length:
179.8 inches
Wheelbase:
106.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3970 lbs
Width:
69.9 inches
Height:
68.3 inches
Length:
181.1 inches
Wheelbase:
107.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/70R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P255/70R16
Exterior Colors
Beige
Sand Beige
Black
Ebony Black
Blue
Aqua Blue Metallic / Ice Blue Metallic / Indigo Blue Metallic
Gray
Alpine Gray
Green
Ivy Green Metallic
Red
Ruby Red Metallic
Silver
Diamond Silver Metallic
White
Clear White
Exterior Colors
Beige
Sudan Beige Metallic
Black
Solano Black Pearl
Blue
Memphis Blue Pearl
Gray
Not available
Green
Amazon Green Pearl
Red
Cambridge Red Pearl
Silver
Soprano Silver Metallic
White
Summit White
Interior Colors
Beige
Beige
Gray
Gray
Interior Colors
Beige
Tan
Gray
Gray
