2004 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2011 Kia Carens
To start off, 2011 Kia Carens 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 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2011 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 625 kg more than 2011 Kia Carens. 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 2011 Kia Carens. 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 @ 3250 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mitsubishi Montero | 2011 Kia Carens | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
Model | Montero | Carens |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3828 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |