2006 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 1999 Acura TL
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura TL (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Montero. (215 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 545 kg more than 1999 Acura TL.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Mitsubishi Montero (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Montero | 1999 Acura TL | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Acura |
| Model | Montero | TL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3835 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
