2003 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2010 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz 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 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2010 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 1093 kg more than 2010 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Jazz. 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 (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mitsubishi Montero | 2010 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
| Model | Montero | Jazz |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3828 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |
