2007 Buick Rainier vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2007 Buick Rainier is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Montero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Montero would be higher. At 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rainier (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Montero. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 355 kg more than 2007 Buick Rainier.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Buick Rainier (376 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Montero. (309 Nm). This means 2007 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Rainier | 2000 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Rainier | Montero |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1905 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 90 L |
