 We bought our Mitsubishi Montero Sport new in 2003 as a 2002 leftover model.  We drove several different brands, Nissan, Toyota, even a big Chevy & Ford, and the big Montero.   I liked the way this truck drove best.  But I do like a "tight" chassis better than a swaying, "unconnected" feeling ride.  I got that from the Toyota & big SUV's. Its accelleration is good.  We have never had a problem with onramps or passing uphill.  And I like the transmission.  It downshifts when I want it to, and holds the gear for as long as I want it to (almost reads my mind).  I hate automatics that upshift too early.  The build quality seems to be top notch, too, almost comparable to our 2002 Honda Odyssey. There are no rattles, odd noises, or anything to complain about.