2000 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Silverado (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 155 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2000 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. 2000 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2003 Mitsubishi Montero has manual transmission. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Chevrolet Silverado | 2003 Mitsubishi Montero | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Silverado | Montero |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 91.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6270 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2730 mm |