2006 Audi S4 vs. 2005 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2006 Audi S4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Pontiac Montana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Pontiac Montana would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (186 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 513 kg more than 2006 Audi S4.
Because 2006 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Pontiac Montana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 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, 2006 Audi S4 (411 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (278 Nm). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Montana. 2005 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi S4 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi S4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Pontiac Montana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S4 | 2005 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | S4 | Montana |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |
