2004 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2012 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima 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 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 628 kg more than 2012 Nissan Altima.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Altima. 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, 2012 Nissan Altima (349 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan Altima has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan Altima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Mitsubishi Montero | 2012 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | Montero | Altima |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3828 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2675 mm |