2002 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Montero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Montero would be higher. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Montero. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 270 kg more than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Montero. (245 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi Montero | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
| Model | Montero | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
