2005 BMW X5 vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 1 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, 2005 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 258 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 BMW X5 (520 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. (302 Nm). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | X5 | Montero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 74 L |
