2004 Pontiac Montana vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic 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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 761 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic. 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 2011 Honda Civic. 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (127 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic. 2004 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 2011 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2011 Honda Civic 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 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
Make | Pontiac | Honda |
Model | Montana | Civic |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 127 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1249 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |