2004 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 4 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 89 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 226 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. 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 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. 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 (302 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (160 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy.
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2004 Mitsubishi Montero | 2008 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Montero | Caddy |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 160 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 13.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1912 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |