2003 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2006 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2006 Saturn Vue 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn Vue (143 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 682 kg more than 2006 Saturn Vue.
Because 2003 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Saturn Vue. 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn Vue. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mitsubishi Montero | 2006 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Saturn |
| Model | Montero | Vue |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
