2004 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 1999 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1999 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 671 kg more than 1999 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (336 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | 1999 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
| Model | Montero | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3835 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2171 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
