2005 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2007 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC90 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Montero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Montero would be higher. 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 29 more horse power than 2007 Volvo XC90. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Montero.
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, 2007 Volvo XC90 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Montero. (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mitsubishi Montero | 2007 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
Model | Montero | XC90 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3827 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |