2003 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2011 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 8 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, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 679 kg more than 2011 Honda Ridgeline.
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, both vehicles can yield 336 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mitsubishi Montero | 2011 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
Model | Montero | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3828 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3110 mm |