1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK 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 Mercedes-Benz GLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK weights approximately 165 kg more than 2004 Pontiac Montana.
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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK (336 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (298 Nm). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Montana. 2004 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK has manual transmission. 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK 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 Mercedes-Benz GLK | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | GLK | Montana |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
