2004 Pontiac Montana vs. 2008 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2008 Tesla Roadster 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. In terms of performance, 2008 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 775 kg more than 2008 Tesla Roadster.
Because 2004 Pontiac Montana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Tesla Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana will offer significantly more control. 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 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (298 Nm). This means 2008 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Pontiac Montana | 2008 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Pontiac | Tesla |
| Model | Montana | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2352 mm |
