2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 250 kg more 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 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. (302 Nm). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Terracan | Montero |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 74 L |
