2009 BMW X6 vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2009 BMW X6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Montero would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2003 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, 2009 BMW X6 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X6 | 2003 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | X6 | Montero |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3828 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2730 mm |
