2007 BMW 550 vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 3 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 4,797 cc, 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (657 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 460 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 263 kg more than 2007 BMW 550.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 550. 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, 2007 BMW 550 (490 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. (302 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 550 | Montero |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 3491 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 657 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
