2004 Pontiac Montana vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens 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, 2004 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carens. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 89 kg more than 2012 Kia Carens. 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, 2012 Kia Carens (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Pontiac Montana | 2012 Kia Carens | |
Make | Pontiac | Kia |
Model | Montana | Carens |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |