2004 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2007 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2007 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 3 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 885 kg more than 2007 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota 4Runner. 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, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | 2007 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Montero | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3828 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
