2004 Pontiac Montana vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta 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, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Montana.
Because 2004 Pontiac Montana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. 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) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (280 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. 2004 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Montana | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |
