2004 Pontiac Montana vs. 2011 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2011 Opel Meriva 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 69 more horse power than 2011 Opel Meriva. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Meriva.
Because 2004 Pontiac Montana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Opel Meriva. 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, 2011 Opel Meriva (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Montana. 2004 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 2011 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2011 Opel Meriva 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 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Pontiac | Opel |
| Model | Montana | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
