2004 Pontiac Montana vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2004 Pontiac Montana and 2004 Volkswagen Polo 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 (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 454 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. 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 Volkswagen Polo (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Montana. 2004 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 2004 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2004 Volkswagen Polo 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 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
Model | Montana | Polo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1331 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |