2005 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2004 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 1 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Montana (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. (181 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 248 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. 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, 2004 Pontiac Montana (298 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. (278 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Impala | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Impala | Montana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 95 L |
