2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 35 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Pontiac Montana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Silverado | Montana |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 95 L |