2006 Lexus LX vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2006 Lexus LX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Montero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Montero would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus LX (275 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Montero. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 185 kg more than 2006 Lexus LX.
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 Lexus LX (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Montero. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Montero. 2006 Lexus LX has automatic transmission and 2002 Mitsubishi Montero has manual transmission. 2002 Mitsubishi Montero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lexus LX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus LX | 2002 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Lexus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | LX | Montero |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |
