2003 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2012 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2012 Ford Mustang is newer by 9 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mustang (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 303 kg more than 2012 Ford Mustang.
Because 2003 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Mustang. 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, 2012 Ford Mustang (379 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero.
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2003 Mitsubishi Montero | 2012 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
Model | Montero | Mustang |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 379 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1627 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |