2004 Pontiac Montana vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Montana is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Vectra 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 24 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 180 kg more than 2003 Opel Vectra. 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, 2003 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Pontiac Montana | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Pontiac | Opel |
| Model | Montana | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |
