2006 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2010 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2010 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi Montero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Montero 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 79 more horse power than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 546 kg more than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. 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 2010 Ford Transit Connect. 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mitsubishi Montero | 2010 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
Model | Montero | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3835 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 58 L |