2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2004 Pontiac Montana

To start off, both 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK and 2004 Pontiac Montana were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 78 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK.

Because 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz CLK (311 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (298 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Montana.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK 2004 Pontiac Montana
Make Mercedes-Benz Pontiac
Model CLK Montana
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Convertible Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3196 cc 3498 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 311 Nm 298 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.5:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1710 kg 1788 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 5120 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 3050 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 95 L


 

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