2004 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2006 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2006 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 2 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 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Vel Satis (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 345 kg more than 2006 Renault Vel Satis.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Vel Satis. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Vel Satis. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | 2006 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Montero | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3828 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
