2004 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2008 Volvo C70
To start off, 2008 Volvo C70 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 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo C70 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 542 kg more than 2008 Volvo C70.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volvo C70. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo C70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | 2008 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Montero | C70 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3828 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2650 mm |
