2005 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2008 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2008 Porsche Cayman is newer by 3 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 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Cayman (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Montero. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 820 kg more than 2008 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Porsche Cayman. 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) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche Cayman. (273 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Montero | 2008 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Montero | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3835 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
