2004 Pontiac Montana vs. 2011 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2011 Nissan X-Trail 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 48 more horse power than 2011 Nissan X-Trail. (137 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan X-Trail.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Pontiac Montana (298 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan X-Trail. (198 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan X-Trail. 2004 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Pontiac | Nissan |
| Model | Montana | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 65 L |
