2004 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2010 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle 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 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 83 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 518 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle. (170 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mitsubishi Montero | 2010 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Montero | Beetle |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
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 | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 170 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1789 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 55 L |