2004 Pontiac Montana vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, both 2004 Pontiac Montana and 2004 Renault Kangoo were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 123 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 1000 kg more than 2004 Renault Kangoo. 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 2004 Renault Kangoo. 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 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (93 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo. 2004 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Kangoo 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 | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Montana | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2620 mm |
