2004 Pontiac Montana vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit 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 80 more horse power than 2011 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 707 kg more than 2011 Honda Fit. 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 Fit. 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Fit. 2004 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 2011 Honda Fit has manual transmission. 2011 Honda Fit 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 Fit | |
| Make | Pontiac | Honda |
| Model | Montana | Fit |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1143 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 40 L |
