2005 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2004 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2005 Jeep Cherokee 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 50 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (147 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 14 kg more than 2004 Pontiac Montana.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Jeep Cherokee (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Cherokee | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Jeep | Pontiac |
| Model | Cherokee | Montana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2774 cc | 3498 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1864 kg | 1850 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
