2003 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2001 Toyota FXS
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota FXS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota FXS would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota FXS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota FXS (188 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota FXS should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 630 kg more than 2001 Toyota FXS.
Because 2003 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota FXS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2001 Toyota FXS (280 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. (240 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota FXS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mitsubishi Montero | 2001 Toyota FXS | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Montero | FXS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
