2002 Pontiac Montana vs. 2004 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Pontiac Montana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Pontiac Montana would be higher. At 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. (180 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 366 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Pontiac Montana (285 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. (235 Nm). This means 2002 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Pontiac Montana | 2004 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Montana | GTI |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3390 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |
