2004 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 457 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. 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 Toyota Tacoma. 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 (302 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Montero | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1789 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 79 L |
