2003 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2006 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayman 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 2,686 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayman (242 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 630 kg more than 2006 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2003 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Porsche Cayman. 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 Porsche Cayman (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mitsubishi Montero | 2006 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Montero | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 2686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2420 mm |
