2004 Pontiac Montana vs. 2004 Mazda Premacy
To start off, both 2004 Pontiac Montana and 2004 Mazda Premacy were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 56 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Premacy. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 403 kg more than 2004 Mazda Premacy. 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Premacy. (171 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Pontiac Montana | 2004 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Pontiac | Mazda |
Model | Montana | Premacy |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 171 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 58 L |