2006 Ford E-250 vs. 2004 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2006 Ford E-250 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 626 kg more than 2006 Ford E-250.
Because 2004 Pontiac Montana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford E-250. 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, 2006 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-250 | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | E-250 | Montana |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 95 L |