2004 Mazda B4000 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 Mazda B4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda B4000 would be higher. At 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (186 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 121 kg more than 2004 Mazda B4000.
Because 2004 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Pontiac Montana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 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 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (278 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B4000 | 2005 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | B4000 | Montana |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4031 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1667 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 95 L |
