2004 Pontiac Montana vs. 2009 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 5 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, 2004 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 297 kg more than 2004 Pontiac Montana.
Because 2004 Pontiac Montana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (298 Nm). This means 2009 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Montana. 2004 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Passat 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 | 2009 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
Model | Montana | Passat |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |