2004 Pontiac Montana vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 8 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 20 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Pontiac Montana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2004 Pontiac Montana (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. 2004 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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.
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2004 Pontiac Montana | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Pontiac | Chevrolet |
Model | Montana | Colorado |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |