2004 Pontiac Montana vs. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 7 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 59 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze.
Because 2004 Pontiac Montana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Pontiac Montana | 2011 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Pontiac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Montana | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1797 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 59 L |
