1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (187 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 340 kg more than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Montero |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3955 cc | 3828 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
