2005 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Cresta would be higher. At 3,827 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Montero (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (158 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Cresta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 796 kg more than 1996 Toyota Cresta. 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 1996 Toyota Cresta. 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 @ 3250 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Cresta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Montero | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Montero | Cresta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3827 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
