2004 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Pontiac Montana
To start off, both 2004 Audi A6 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 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 185 kg more than 2004 Audi A6. 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, both vehicles can yield 285 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2004 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2004 Audi A6 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.
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2004 Audi A6 | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Audi | Pontiac |
Model | A6 | Montana |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |