2003 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 440 kg more than 2002 Nissan X-Trail.
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, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mitsubishi Montero | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | Montero | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 80.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |