2009 Audi A8 vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 5 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 13 kg more than 2009 Audi A8.
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, 2009 Audi A8 (430 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. (302 Nm). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A8 | Montero |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 74 L |
