2004 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 6 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 179 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. (302 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | 2010 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Montero | S |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1912 kg | 2091 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 90 L |
