2005 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2012 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Xterra is newer by 7 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Montero. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 261 kg more than 2012 Nissan Xterra.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Xterra. 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, 2012 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Montero. (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Montero | 2012 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Montero | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3827 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1879 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
