2000 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero (215 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 610 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mitsubishi Verada | 2006 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Verada | Montero |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2790 mm |
