2005 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2006 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2006 Saab 9-7X is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Montero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Montero would be higher. At 5,326 cc, 2006 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 9-7X (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Montero. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 610 kg more than 2006 Saab 9-7X.
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, 2006 Saab 9-7X (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Montero. (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mitsubishi Montero | 2006 Saab 9-7X | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Saab |
Model | Montero | 9-7X |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3827 cc | 5326 cc |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
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 | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |