2006 Pontiac Montana vs. 2004 Volvo S40
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Montana is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Montana (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S40. (160 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 587 kg more than 2004 Volvo S40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Pontiac Montana (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S40. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Pontiac Montana | 2004 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
| Model | Montana | S40 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |
