2004 Pontiac Montana vs. 2001 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Montana is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Arosa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Arosa 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 77 more horse power than 2001 Seat Arosa. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 499 kg more than 2001 Seat Arosa. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Arosa. (236 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Arosa. 2004 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 2001 Seat Arosa has manual transmission. 2001 Seat Arosa 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 | 2001 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Pontiac | Seat |
| Model | Montana | Arosa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1289 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2340 mm |
