2005 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Montero. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 200 kg more than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Montero. (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mitsubishi Montero | 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Jeep |
Model | Montero | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3827 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |