2000 Pontiac Montana vs. 2004 Proton Impian
To start off, 2004 Proton Impian is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Montana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Montana would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2004 Proton Impian. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton Impian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 517 kg more than 2004 Proton Impian. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Pontiac Montana (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Impian. (140 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Impian. 2000 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 2004 Proton Impian has manual transmission. 2004 Proton Impian will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Pontiac Montana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Pontiac Montana | 2004 Proton Impian | |
| Make | Pontiac | Proton |
| Model | Montana | Impian |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
