2004 Pontiac Montana vs. 2000 Vauxhall Agila
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Montana is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Vauxhall Agila. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Vauxhall Agila 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 (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2000 Vauxhall Agila. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2000 Vauxhall Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 758 kg more than 2000 Vauxhall Agila. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Pontiac Montana (298 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Vauxhall Agila. (110 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Vauxhall Agila. 2004 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 2000 Vauxhall Agila has manual transmission. 2000 Vauxhall Agila will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Pontiac Montana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Pontiac Montana | 2000 Vauxhall Agila | |
| Make | Pontiac | Vauxhall |
| Model | Montana | Agila |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2370 mm |
