2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Montero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Montero would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Montero. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Montero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Montero. (336 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Silverado | Montero |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 312 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6340 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 90 L |
