2004 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2009 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2009 Toyota Hilux is newer by 5 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Hilux. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 302 kg more than 2009 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (302 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Hilux. (241 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | 2009 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Montero | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1912 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 80 L |
