2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Montero would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 1093 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. (336 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | SSR | Montero |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 2171 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 90 L |
