2003 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2004 Renault Clio
To start off, 2004 Renault Clio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Montero would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Renault Clio. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 840 kg more than 2004 Renault Clio. 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 2004 Renault Clio. 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 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Clio. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mitsubishi Montero | 2004 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Montero | Clio |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2480 mm |
