2004 Ford Fusion vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, both 2004 Ford Fusion and 2004 Mitsubishi Montero were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2004 Ford Fusion. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 995 kg more than 2004 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Fusion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Fusion. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Fusion. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Fusion has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Fusion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Ford Fusion | 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Fusion | Montero |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 3828 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |