2008 Honda HR-V vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda HR-V (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 633 kg more than 2008 Honda HR-V.
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, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda HR-V | 2001 Mitsubishi Montero | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | HR-V | Montero |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |