2002 Cadillac Seville vs. 2004 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Montana is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 19 kg more than 2004 Pontiac Montana. 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, 2002 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac Seville | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Cadillac | Pontiac |
Model | Seville | Montana |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |