2003 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2002 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 TVR Speed 12 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 670 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 928 kg more than 2002 TVR Speed 12.
Because 2003 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 TVR Speed 12. 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 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 641 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mitsubishi Montero | 2002 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | TVR |
Model | Montero | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 790 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |