2001 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country

To start off, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 10 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 160 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chrysler Town & Country. 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, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country 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. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Mitsubishi Montero 2011 Chrysler Town & Country
Make Mitsubishi Chrysler
Model Montero Town & Country
Year Released 2001 2011
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2477 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 100 HP 283 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 352 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1950 kg 2110 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 5151 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1999 mm
Vehicle Height 1910 mm 1725 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 3078 mm


 

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