2005 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML (288 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 228 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 Mercedes-Benz ML (440 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. (302 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | ML | Montero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 74 L |
