2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz C and 2006 Mitsubishi Montero were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Montero. (215 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 335 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Montero. (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 2006 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C | Montero |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 90 L |
