2001 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 6 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 410 kg more than 2007 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Frontier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Montero | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Montero | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3200 mm |
