2001 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2008 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2008 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 7 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 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 03-Sep (255 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 510 kg more than 2008 Saab 03-Sep.
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, 2008 Saab 03-Sep (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Montero | 2008 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Saab |
| Model | Montero | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
