2003 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 865 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mitsubishi Montero | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
Model | Montero | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 2737 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2650 mm |