2004 Pontiac Montana vs. 1997 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Montana is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Quantum would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Montana (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Quantum. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 720 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Quantum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Pontiac Montana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Volkswagen Quantum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana 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 Pontiac Montana (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Pontiac Montana | 1997 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Montana | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2560 mm |
