2004 Pontiac Montana vs. 2008 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 4 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 4,309 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 263 kg more than 2008 Ferrari F430.
Because 2008 Ferrari F430 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Ferrari F430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (298 Nm). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Pontiac Montana | 2008 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Ferrari |
| Model | Montana | F430 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 18.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 110 L |
