2001 Acura MDX vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 170 kg more than 2001 Acura MDX.
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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura MDX. (333 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura MDX | 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | |
Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
Model | MDX | Montero |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3828 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |