2001 Kia Rio vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Rio 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 141 more horse power than 2001 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 1195 kg more than 2001 Kia Rio. 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 2001 Kia Rio. 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Rio | 2006 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Rio | Montero |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1342 cc | 3835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2790 mm |
