2003 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2002 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Avalon (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 244 kg more than 2002 Toyota Avalon.
Because 2003 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Avalon. 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, 2002 Toyota Avalon (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. 2002 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 2003 Mitsubishi Montero has manual transmission. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Mitsubishi Montero | 2002 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Montero | Avalon |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |