2001 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2003 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2003 Subaru Impreza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Montero would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Impreza (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 540 kg more than 2003 Subaru Impreza.
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, 2003 Subaru Impreza (333 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. 2003 Subaru Impreza has automatic transmission and 2001 Mitsubishi Montero has manual transmission. 2001 Mitsubishi Montero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Impreza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mitsubishi Montero | 2003 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
Model | Montero | Impreza |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |