2005 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 295 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (461 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | SL | Montero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 3828 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2730 mm |
