2003 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2006 Holden UTE
To start off, 2006 Holden UTE is newer by 3 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 430 kg more than 2006 Holden UTE.
Because 2003 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Holden UTE. 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, 2006 Holden UTE (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mitsubishi Montero | 2006 Holden UTE | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Holden |
| Model | Montero | UTE |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |
