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Honda Pilot vs Mitsubishi Montero Sport

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2026 Honda Pilot

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2004 Mitsubishi Montero Sport

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Overview

SpecHonda PilotSport 2WDMitsubishi Montero SportLS
Selected trimSport 2WDLS
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainfront wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission10-speed automatic4-speed automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20262004

Pricing & market

SpecHonda PilotSport 2WDMitsubishi Montero SportLS
MSRP$42,195$23,999 (best)
Lowest listing price$5,000 (best)—
Median listing price$41,175 (best)—
Highest listing price$56,395 (best)—
For sale now115 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecHonda PilotSport 2WDMitsubishi Montero SportLS
Combined MPG22 MPG (best)17 MPG
City MPG19 MPG (best)15 MPG
Highway MPG27 MPG (best)19 MPG
Fuel tank19 gal19.5 gal (best)

Performance

SpecHonda PilotSport 2WDMitsubishi Montero SportLS
Horsepower285 hp (best)197 hp
Torque262 lb-ft (best)223 lb-ft
Engine size3.5 L3.5 L
CylindersV6V6

Size & capability

SpecHonda PilotSport 2WDMitsubishi Montero SportLS
Seating8 seats (best)5 seats
Doors45 (best)
Cargo volume—79.3 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity3,500 lbs5,000 lbs (best)
Payload—1,030 lbs (best)
Curb weight4,336 lbs3,970 lbs (best)
Ground clearance—8.7 in (best)
Wheelbase114 in (best)107.3 in
Length200.1 in (best)181.1 in
Width79 in (best)69.9 in
Height71 in (best)68.3 in

Safety & recalls

SpecHonda PilotSport 2WDMitsubishi Montero SportLS
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Frontal crash (driver)4 / 5 ★4 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★ (best)3 / 5 ★
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side pole5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Rollover4 / 5 ★ (best)—
Open recalls (YMM scope)11

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimHonda PilotMitsubishi Montero Sport
1

Sport 2WD

$42,195 MSRP(Currently comparing)

LS

$23,999 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Sport AWD

$44,295 MSRP

LS

$25,999 MSRP

3

EX-L

$44,495 MSRP

XLS

$26,199 MSRP

4

EX-L

$46,595 MSRP

XLS

$28,199 MSRP

5

TrailSport AWD

$50,395 MSRP

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6

Touring

$51,095 MSRP

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7

Touring S

$52,295 MSRP

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8

Elite

$53,495 MSRP

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9

Black Edition AWD

$54,995 MSRP

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Honda Pilot vs Mitsubishi Montero Sport FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Honda Pilot or 2004 Mitsubishi Montero Sport?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Honda Pilot vs 2004 Mitsubishi Montero Sport on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2026 Honda Pilot or 2004 Mitsubishi Montero Sport?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2004 Mitsubishi Montero Sport starts lower at $23,999. Live Honda Pilot listings start at $5,000.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Honda Pilot or 2004 Mitsubishi Montero Sport?
The 2004 Mitsubishi Montero Sport leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (23,999).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Honda Pilot or 2004 Mitsubishi Montero Sport?
The 2026 Honda Pilot leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (22).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 Honda Pilot or 2004 Mitsubishi Montero Sport?
The 2026 Honda Pilot leads on horsepower in this comparison (285).
Which has better seats: 2026 Honda Pilot or 2004 Mitsubishi Montero Sport?
The 2026 Honda Pilot leads on seats in this comparison (8).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Honda Pilot vs 2004 Mitsubishi Montero Sport?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Honda Pilot (5/5 NHTSA overall).