2000 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2004 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Montana is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daihatsu Rocky 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 (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 408 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Pontiac Montana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Rocky 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) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. 2004 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 2000 Daihatsu Rocky has manual transmission. 2000 Daihatsu Rocky 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:
| 2000 Daihatsu Rocky | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Pontiac |
| Model | Rocky | Montana |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3050 mm |
