2005 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2010 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback is newer by 5 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, 2010 Subaru Outback (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Montero. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 461 kg more than 2010 Subaru Outback.
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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Outback. (335 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Montero | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Montero | Outback |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3835 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
