2004 Pontiac Montana vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Montana is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (78 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 880 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla. 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 2002 Toyota Corolla. 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) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (147 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Pontiac Montana | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Montana | Corolla |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 147 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |