2005 Mazda 6 vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 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 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 622 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6.
Because 2003 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda 6. 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 (336 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (260 Nm). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 2003 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 6 | Montero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3828 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
