2003 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2003 Mitsubishi Montero and 2003 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (175 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 640 kg more than 2003 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Vectra. 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero has automatic transmission and 2003 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 2003 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mitsubishi Montero | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Montero | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3828 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1510 mm |
