2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Montero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Montero would be higher. At 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Montero. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 827 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Montero. (309 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2000 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Silverado | Montero |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5324 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1905 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 90 L |
