2004 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 2 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 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (179 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero has automatic transmission and 2006 Mitsubishi Colt has manual transmission. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt 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 | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Montero | Colt |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3828 cc | 2972 cc |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2970 mm |
