2004 Pontiac Montana vs. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 6 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 22 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 110 kg more than 2004 Pontiac Montana.
Because 2004 Pontiac Montana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. 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, 2004 Pontiac Montana (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Pontiac Montana | 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
Make | Pontiac | Dodge |
Model | Montana | Grand Caravan |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 78 L |