2005 Dodge Neon vs. 2004 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2005 Dodge Neon 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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Neon (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 405 kg more than 2005 Dodge Neon.
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, 2005 Dodge Neon (339 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Neon | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
Model | Neon | Montana |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2425 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 285 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 76 L |