2004 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2001 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Montana. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 603 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 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Montana. (210 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | 2001 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Pathfinder | Montana |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
