2004 Pontiac Montana vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Montana is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 388 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
Because 2001 Porsche 911 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 2001 Porsche 911. 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (298 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Pontiac Montana | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
Model | Montana | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 370 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |