2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 2004 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2005 Dodge Stratus 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, 2004 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 567 kg more than 2005 Dodge Stratus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Pontiac Montana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Stratus. 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, 2004 Pontiac Montana (298 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (217 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Stratus | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Stratus | Montana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2424 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 95 L |
