2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus X 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 3,827 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus X (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Montero. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 1033 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
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 Ford Taurus X (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Montero. (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Taurus X | 2005 Mitsubishi Montero | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Taurus X | Montero |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3827 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |