2008 Ford E-250 vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2008 Ford E-250 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Montero would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 843 kg more than 2008 Ford E-250.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford E-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2008 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. 2008 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 2001 Mitsubishi Montero has manual transmission. 2001 Mitsubishi Montero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Ford E-250 | 2001 Mitsubishi Montero | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | E-250 | Montero |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2730 mm |