2004 Pontiac Montana vs. 2013 BMW M6
To start off, 2013 BMW M6 is newer by 9 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M6 (552 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 80 kg more than 2013 BMW M6.
Because 2004 Pontiac Montana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW M6. 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, 2013 BMW M6 (678 Nm) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (298 Nm). This means 2013 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Pontiac Montana | 2013 BMW M6 | |
| Make | Pontiac | BMW |
| Model | Montana | M6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4903 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2106 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2851 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |
