2004 Pontiac Montana vs. 2011 Lexus CT
To start off, 2011 Lexus CT 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 (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2011 Lexus CT. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus CT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 368 kg more than 2011 Lexus CT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus CT. (192 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus CT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Pontiac Montana | 2011 Lexus CT | |
| Make | Pontiac | Lexus |
| Model | Montana | CT |
| 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 | 185 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4321 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |
