2004 Pontiac Montana vs. 2005 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2005 Subaru Baja is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Pontiac Montana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Pontiac Montana 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 34 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Baja. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 270 kg more than 2005 Subaru Baja. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Baja. 2004 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 2005 Subaru Baja has manual transmission. 2005 Subaru Baja 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 | 2005 Subaru Baja | |
Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
Model | Montana | Baja |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |