2003 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 1998 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Patrol (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 266 kg more than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. 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, 1998 Nissan Patrol (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mitsubishi Montero | 1998 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | Montero | Patrol |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 2826 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 2196 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |