2004 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2005 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Montana is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 22 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Montana.
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 Dodge Grand Caravan (286 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2005 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
Model | Grand Caravan | Montana |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 285 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1788 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 95 L |