2006 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 2 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, 2006 Audi A4 (201 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 210 kg more than 2006 Audi A4.
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, 2004 Pontiac Montana (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A4 | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Audi | Pontiac |
Model | A4 | Montana |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 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 | 63 L | 76 L |