2005 Ford GT vs. 2004 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2005 Ford GT 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 311 kg more than 2005 Ford GT.
Because 2005 Ford GT 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 2005 Ford GT. 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, 2005 Ford GT (678 Nm) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (298 Nm). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Montana. 2004 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford GT has manual transmission. 2005 Ford GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Pontiac Montana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford GT | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | GT | Montana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1477 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 95 L |
