2003 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2010 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2010 Fiat Croma is newer by 7 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, 2010 Fiat Croma (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 990 kg more than 2010 Fiat Croma.
Because 2003 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Fiat Croma. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Croma. 2010 Fiat Croma has automatic transmission and 2003 Mitsubishi Montero has manual transmission. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Fiat Croma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Mitsubishi Montero | 2010 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Fiat |
Model | Montero | Croma |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |