2004 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour 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 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 408 kg more than 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour. 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, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. (336 Nm). This means 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
| Model | Montero | Accord Crosstour |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3835 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2171 kg | 1763 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
