1999 Pontiac Montana vs. 2004 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2004 Pontiac G6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Pontiac Montana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pontiac Montana would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac G6 (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1999 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 166 kg more than 2004 Pontiac G6.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2004 Pontiac G6 (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Pontiac Montana | 2004 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
| Model | Montana | G6 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
