2001 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2010 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Azera is newer by 9 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 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Azera (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 304 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Azera.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Hyundai Azera. 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, 2010 Hyundai Azera (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. 2010 Hyundai Azera has automatic transmission and 2001 Mitsubishi Montero has manual transmission. 2001 Mitsubishi Montero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Hyundai Azera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Montero | 2010 Hyundai Azera | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Hyundai |
| Model | Montero | Azera |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4895 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2779 mm |
