2005 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz A and 2005 Mitsubishi Montero were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,827 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Montero (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. (138 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 900 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Montero (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. (180 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. 2005 Mitsubishi Montero has automatic transmission and 2005 Mercedes-Benz A has manual transmission. 2005 Mercedes-Benz A will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mitsubishi Montero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Mercedes-Benz A | 2005 Mitsubishi Montero | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
Model | A | Montero |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2034 cc | 3827 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |