2004 Pontiac Montana vs. 2013 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2013 Nissan Titan 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Titan weights approximately 426 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 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan. 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 Nissan Titan (522 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (298 Nm). This means 2013 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Pontiac Montana | 2013 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Pontiac | Nissan |
Model | Montana | Titan |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 313 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 522 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 2214 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2019 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1895 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3550 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 16.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 106 L |