2004 Pontiac Montana vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy 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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 452 kg more than 2010 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (298 Nm). This means 2010 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Montana. 2004 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Legacy 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Pontiac Montana | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
| Model | Montana | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 65 L |
