2006 Nissan Xterra vs. 2004 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2006 Nissan Xterra 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Xterra (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 554 kg more than 2006 Nissan Xterra.
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, 2006 Nissan Xterra (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Xterra | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
Model | Xterra | Montana |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 95 L |