2004 Pontiac Montana vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (288 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 43 kg more than 2004 Pontiac Montana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chrysler 300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Chrysler 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Pontiac Montana | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Chrysler |
| Model | Montana | 300 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1492 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 72 L |
