2005 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 8 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), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Montero. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 63 kg more than 2013 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Tundra. 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Montero. (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Montero | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Montero | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| 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 | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 2077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5329 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1935 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3221 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |
