2007 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Pontiac Montana

To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 3 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 478 kg more than 2007 Audi A4.

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, 2004 Pontiac Montana (298 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (282 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi A4 2004 Pontiac Montana
Make Audi Pontiac
Model A4 Montana
Year Released 2007 2004
Body Type Convertible Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 3498 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 282 Nm 298 Nm
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1310 kg 1788 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 5120 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 3050 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.4 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 9.8 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.7 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 95 L


 

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