1999 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 288 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero.
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 (302 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (300 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Land Rover Discovery | 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | |
Make | Land Rover | Mitsubishi |
Model | Discovery | Montero |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 302 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2570 mm |