2004 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2013 Lincoln MKT
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKT 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 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln MKT (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKT should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 7 kg more than 2013 Lincoln MKT.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Lincoln MKT. 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 Lincoln MKT (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln MKT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | 2013 Lincoln MKT | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Lincoln |
| Model | Montero | MKT |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3828 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 2133 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2177 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2995 mm |
