1997 Ford Explorer vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero (215 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1997 Ford Explorer. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 220 kg more than 1997 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Explorer | 2006 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Explorer | Montero |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2790 mm |
