2004 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2005 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Montero would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Volvo XC70. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 238 kg more than 2005 Volvo XC70. 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, 2005 Volvo XC70 (330 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. (302 Nm). This means 2005 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | 2005 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Montero | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1923 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
