2005 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2012 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Jimny 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 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 127 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Jimny.
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, 2005 Mitsubishi Montero (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Jimny. 2005 Mitsubishi Montero has automatic transmission and 2012 Suzuki Jimny has manual transmission. 2012 Suzuki Jimny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mitsubishi Montero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Mitsubishi Montero | 2012 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
Model | Montero | Jimny |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3827 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |