2003 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 2 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 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 79 kg more than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mitsubishi Montero | 2005 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
Model | Montero | Rexton |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 2873 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1851 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |