2001 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 5 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 765 kg more than 2006 Toyota 4Runner.
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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mitsubishi Montero | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Montero | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |