2004 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Legacy would be higher. 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 59 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 750 kg more than 2000 Subaru Legacy. 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 @ 3250 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (197 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero has automatic transmission and 2000 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2000 Subaru Legacy 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Montero | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3828 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
