2005 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 7 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 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Montero (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2012 BMW 120. (176 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 680 kg more than 2012 BMW 120. 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 2012 BMW 120. 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, 2012 BMW 120 (350 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Montero. (336 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Montero | 2012 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Montero | 120 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3835 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 51 L |
