2004 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2002 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Impala 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Impala (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 180 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Impala.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Impala (305 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Impala | 2002 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Impala | Montana |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |
