2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Montero would be higher. At 3,516 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 221 kg more than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (340 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2003 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 300 | Montero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3516 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1709 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2730 mm |
