2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger 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 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 449 kg more than 2009 Dodge Charger.
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 Dodge Charger (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Charger | 2003 Mitsubishi Montero | |
Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
Model | Charger | Montero |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3828 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2730 mm |