2006 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 1999 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero (215 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Prius. (127 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 505 kg more than 1999 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Prius. 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) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Prius. (108 Nm). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Montero | 1999 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Montero | Prius |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3835 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2440 mm |
