2006 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2011 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 5 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 67 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Elantra.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. (177 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Montero | 2011 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Hyundai |
| Model | Montero | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3835 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 48 L |
