2005 Mazda 2 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, both 2005 Mazda 2 and 2005 Mitsubishi Montero were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Montero (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 2. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 995 kg more than 2005 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda 2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Montero (336 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 2. (107 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda 2 | 2005 Mitsubishi Montero | |
Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
Model | 2 | Montero |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 336 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 2120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |