2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 225 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero.
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 Land Rover Discovery (341 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Land Rover Discovery | 2001 Mitsubishi Montero | |
Make | Land Rover | Mitsubishi |
Model | Discovery | Montero |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 100 HP |
Torque | 341 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |