2003 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 505 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
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, 2009 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mitsubishi Montero | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
Model | Montero | 911 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 473 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 76.4 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 | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2360 mm |