2006 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2006 Nissan Micra
To start off, both 2006 Mitsubishi Montero and 2006 Nissan Micra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 134 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Micra. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 1071 kg more than 2006 Nissan Micra. 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 2006 Nissan Micra. 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Micra. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mitsubishi Montero | 2006 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | Montero | Micra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3835 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1049 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 46 L |