1999 Citroen Xsara 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 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Montana (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 740 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Pontiac Montana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana 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, 2004 Pontiac Montana (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara. 2004 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 1999 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 1999 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Pontiac Montana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | Xsara | Montana |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3050 mm |
