2009 BMW 740 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2009 BMW 740 is newer by 4 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 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 740 (254 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Montero. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 50 kg more than 2009 BMW 740.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 740. 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, 2009 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Montero. (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 740 | 2005 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 740 | Montero |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 3827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 50 L |
