2001 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 53 kg more than 2007 SsangYong Rexton.
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, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mitsubishi Montero | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
Model | Montero | Rexton |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1897 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |