2004 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2013 Mini Cooper. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 693 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper. 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 2013 Mini Cooper. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mini |
| Model | Montero | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1923 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 50 L |
