2004 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2004 Pontiac Montana
To start off, both 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2004 Pontiac Montana were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 (190 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 530 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 2004 Pontiac Montana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. 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, 2004 Pontiac Montana (298 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. (218 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Pontiac |
| Model | 156 | Montana |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |
