2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (216 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero.
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 Dodge Ram (319 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. (302 Nm). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ram | Montero |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 74 L |
