2004 Avanti Studebaker vs. 2003 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2004 Avanti Studebaker is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Pontiac Montana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Pontiac Montana would be higher. At 6,750 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Avanti Studebaker (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2003 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Avanti Studebaker should accelerate faster than 2003 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 1055 kg more than 2003 Pontiac Montana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Avanti Studebaker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Pontiac Montana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Avanti Studebaker 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 Avanti Studebaker (425 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Avanti Studebaker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Pontiac Montana.
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2004 Avanti Studebaker | 2003 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Avanti | Pontiac |
Model | Studebaker | Montana |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 425 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2775 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2850 mm |