2003 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2010 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2010 Nissan Murano 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 166 kg more than 2010 Nissan Murano.
Because 2003 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Murano. 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, 2010 Nissan Murano (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mitsubishi Montero | 2010 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Montero | Murano |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2824 mm |
