2004 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 9 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 92 kg more than 2013 Chrysler 300.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chrysler 300. 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, 2013 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Chrysler |
| Model | Montero | 300 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3828 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 358 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 2048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3052 mm |
