2002 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 10 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Montero. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 137 kg more than 2012 Dodge Charger.
Because 2002 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Dodge Charger. 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, 2012 Dodge Charger (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Montero. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Montero. 2012 Dodge Charger 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. 2012 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Mitsubishi Montero | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Dodge |
Model | Montero | Charger |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1813 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5077 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3053 mm |