2004 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2002 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Vectra (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 443 kg more than 2002 Opel Vectra.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Opel Vectra. 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 (302 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Vectra. (300 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | 2002 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Montero | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1923 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 52 L |
