2004 Pontiac Montana vs. 2013 Ford EDGE
To start off, 2013 Ford EDGE 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford EDGE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford EDGE (281 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford EDGE should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 10 kg more than 2013 Ford EDGE.
Because 2004 Pontiac Montana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford EDGE. 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 Ford EDGE (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Ford EDGE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Pontiac Montana | 2013 Ford EDGE | |
| Make | Pontiac | Ford |
| Model | Montana | EDGE |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2223 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 68 L |
