2004 Pontiac Montana vs. 2006 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2006 Seat Alhambra is newer by 2 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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 310 kg more than 2006 Seat Alhambra.
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) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (265 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Alhambra. 2004 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 2006 Seat Alhambra has manual transmission. 2006 Seat Alhambra 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 | 2006 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Pontiac | Seat |
Model | Montana | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 265 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |