2001 Ferrari Maranello 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 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 140 kg more than 2001 Ferrari Maranello.
Because 2001 Ferrari Maranello is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Ferrari Maranello. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Ferrari Maranello (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Montana. 2004 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 2001 Ferrari Maranello has manual transmission. 2001 Ferrari Maranello 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:
| 2001 Ferrari Maranello | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
| Model | Maranello | Montana |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 95 L |
