2004 Pontiac Montana vs. 2010 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2010 Nissan Murano 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Murano weights approximately 8 kg more than 2004 Pontiac Montana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Pontiac Montana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Murano. 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, 2010 Nissan Murano (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Pontiac Montana | 2010 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Pontiac | Nissan |
Model | Montana | Murano |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1858 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4788 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 82 L |