2004 Pontiac Montana vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 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 28 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 5. (157 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 152 kg more than 2011 Mazda 5. 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 (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 5. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Pontiac Montana | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Pontiac | Mazda |
Model | Montana | 5 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1568 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1615 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |