2004 Pontiac Montana vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Montana is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse 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 51 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (146 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 380 kg more than 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse. 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Pontiac Montana | 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Pontiac | Mitsubishi |
Model | Montana | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2570 mm |