2002 Infiniti I vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Infiniti I would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti I (252 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 625 kg more than 2002 Infiniti I.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Infiniti I. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Infiniti I. (333 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Infiniti I | 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mitsubishi |
| Model | I | Montero |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3828 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
