2003 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt 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 2,972 cc, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (179 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero.
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, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mitsubishi Montero | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Montero | Colt |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 2972 cc |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2970 mm |
