2005 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2005 Kia Pride Wagon 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 1110 kg more than 2005 Kia Pride Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Pride Wagon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Pride Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Pride Wagon | 2003 Mitsubishi Montero | |
Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
Model | Pride Wagon | Montero |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2730 mm |