2004 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 7 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (411 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 935 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (588 Nm) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. (302 Nm). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
| Model | Montero | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 411 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1789 kg | 2724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5603 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2192 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1994 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3386 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 98 L |
