2004 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2010 Lexus RX
To start off, 2010 Lexus RX 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus RX (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 17 kg more than 2010 Lexus RX.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Lexus RX. 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, 2010 Lexus RX (348 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. (302 Nm). This means 2010 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | 2010 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Lexus |
| Model | Montero | RX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1912 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 73 L |
