2004 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 6 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2010 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 1098 kg more than 2010 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Rio. 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (336 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | 2010 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
| Model | Montero | Rio |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3835 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2171 kg | 1073 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4249 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
