2000 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Montero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Montero would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Montero. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 463 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Montero. (309 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mitsubishi Montero | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Montero | Armada |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1442 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 106 L |
