2004 Pontiac Montana vs. 2011 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Altima 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 22 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 343 kg more than 2011 Nissan Altima. 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Pontiac Montana | 2011 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Pontiac | Nissan |
| Model | Montana | Altima |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 76 L |
