2005 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2005 Opel Zafira
To start off, both 2005 Mitsubishi Montero and 2005 Opel Zafira were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 89 more horse power than 2005 Opel Zafira. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 742 kg more than 2005 Opel Zafira. 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 Opel Zafira. 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Zafira. (173 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mitsubishi Montero | 2005 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
Model | Montero | Zafira |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3827 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |