2003 Honda Avancier vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Avancier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Avancier would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2003 Honda Avancier. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 303 kg more than 2003 Honda Avancier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (302 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Avancier. (205 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Avancier | 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Avancier | Montero |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2254 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 74 L |
