2005 Marcos TS vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2005 Marcos TS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Montero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Montero would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TS (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Montero. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TS should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 875 kg more than 2005 Marcos TS.
Because 2002 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Marcos TS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Montero (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Marcos TS. (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Marcos TS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Marcos TS | 2002 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Marcos | Mitsubishi |
| Model | TS | Montero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2730 mm |
