2004 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero 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 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero (215 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 20 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Montero.
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, both vehicles can yield 336 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | 2006 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Montero | Montero |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3828 cc | 3835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2790 mm |
