2004 Pontiac Montana vs. 2011 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2011 Ford Taurus 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 189 kg more than 2011 Ford Taurus.
Because 2004 Pontiac Montana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Taurus. 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, 2011 Ford Taurus (337 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (298 Nm). This means 2011 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Pontiac Montana | 2011 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Pontiac | Ford |
| Model | Montana | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 72 L |
