2003 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2004 Audi A4
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 1 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (169 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 575 kg more than 2004 Audi A4. 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mitsubishi Montero | 2004 Audi A4 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
Model | Montero | A4 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3828 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |