2005 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2004 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon 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 25 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 482 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. 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 Hyundai Tiburon. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (250 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Tiburon | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Hyundai | Pontiac |
Model | Tiburon | Montana |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2653 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 298 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 95 L |