2004 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2004 Mitsubishi Montero and 2004 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 900 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero has automatic transmission and 2004 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2004 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Montero | Golf |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3828 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
