2009 Mazda 6 vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Montero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Montero would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (138 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Montero. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 480 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6.
Because 2002 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Montero will offer significantly more control. 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 Mazda 6 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Montero. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 6 | 2002 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 6 | Montero |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
