2001 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2004 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Montana is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Intrepid (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 440 kg more than 2001 Dodge Intrepid.
Because 2004 Pontiac Montana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Dodge Intrepid. 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) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Intrepid. (257 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Intrepid | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Intrepid | Montana |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3050 mm |
