2006 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2006 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Montero would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar X-Type (154 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 316 kg more than 2006 Jaguar X-Type.
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, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar X-Type. (196 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar X-Type | 2003 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mitsubishi |
| Model | X-Type | Montero |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2099 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.9 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |
