2005 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 1 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 427 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (336 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Equinox | 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Equinox | Montero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 3828 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1713 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2730 mm |
