2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2001 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Montana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Montana would be higher. At 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Montana. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 123 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Montana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (386 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Montana. (210 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2001 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Express | Montana |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4818 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 76 L |
