2002 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 7 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Montero. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 620 kg more than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Because 2002 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Montero (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris. 2009 Toyota Yaris has automatic transmission and 2002 Mitsubishi Montero has manual transmission. 2002 Mitsubishi Montero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Yaris will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi Montero | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Montero | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
