2001 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, both 2001 Mercedes-Benz G and 2001 Mitsubishi Montero were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,499 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz G. (95 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 545 kg more than 2001 Mercedes-Benz G. 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz G (525 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. (245 Nm). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. 2001 Mercedes-Benz G has automatic transmission and 2001 Mitsubishi Montero has manual transmission. 2001 Mitsubishi Montero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mercedes-Benz G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Mercedes-Benz G | 2001 Mitsubishi Montero | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
Model | G | Montero |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5499 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 245 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2730 mm |