2005 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander 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 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 64 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. (298 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Uplander | 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Uplander | Montero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2107 kg | 2171 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 90 L |
