2004 Pontiac Montana vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 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 (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2010 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 783 kg more than 2010 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat 500. (132 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Pontiac Montana | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Pontiac | Fiat |
Model | Montana | 500 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 132 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 35 L |