2004 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2005 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2005 Nissan Maxima is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Montero would be higher. At 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Maxima (276 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 593 kg more than 2005 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Maxima. 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, 2005 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. (336 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | 2005 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Montero | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3835 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2171 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |
