2004 Pontiac Montana vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2004 Pontiac Montana and 2004 Renault Megane 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 85 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Megane weights approximately 42 kg more than 2004 Pontiac Montana.
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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (200 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane. 2004 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Megane 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.
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2004 Pontiac Montana | 2004 Renault Megane | |
Make | Pontiac | Renault |
Model | Montana | Megane |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 200 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |