2001 Ford Mondeo 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 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mondeo 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 82 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 397 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (302 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mondeo | Montero |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1789 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
