2001 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2005 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2005 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 4 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, 2005 Subaru Outback Sport (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 520 kg more than 2005 Subaru Outback Sport.
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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Outback Sport. (225 Nm). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Outback Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Montero | 2005 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Montero | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
