2002 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 490 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2004 Pontiac Montana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (298 Nm). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Montana. 2004 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 2002 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette 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:
| 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Corvette | Montana |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 95 L |
