2002 Citroen C 15 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 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C 15. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 843 kg more than 2002 Citroen C 15. 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, 2004 Pontiac Montana (298 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C 15. (113 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C 15 | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | C 15 | Montana |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 95 L |
