2001 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2004 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 3 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 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tacoma (145 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 458 kg more than 2004 Toyota Tacoma.
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, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero (245 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (240 Nm). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mitsubishi Montero | 2004 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Montero | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 240 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1492 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |