2004 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2012 Ford Flex
To start off, 2012 Ford Flex is newer by 8 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, 2012 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 143 kg more than 2012 Ford Flex.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Flex. 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, both vehicles can yield 336 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2004 Mitsubishi Montero | 2012 Ford Flex | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
Model | Montero | Flex |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
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 | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 336 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2171 kg | 2028 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5126 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2995 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |