2006 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 7 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Montero. (215 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 594 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Montero. 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 2013 Toyota Sequoia. 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Montero. (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Montero | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Montero | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3835 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 2714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1955 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 17.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
