1999 Audi S8 vs. 2004 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Montana is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi S8 would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 35 kg more than 1999 Audi S8.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Pontiac Montana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 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, 1999 Audi S8 (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi S8 | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Audi | Pontiac |
Model | S8 | Montana |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 95 L |