2001 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2011 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 408 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Peugeot 408 (110 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 408 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Peugeot 408. 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot 408. 2011 Peugeot 408 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 Peugeot 408 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Mitsubishi Montero | 2011 Peugeot 408 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
Model | Montero | 408 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1525 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |