2001 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit 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 2,501 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 594 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit. 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit. (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Montero | 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Montero | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
