2007 Audi A6 vs. 2003 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Pontiac Montana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Pontiac Montana would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2003 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2003 Pontiac Montana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Pontiac Montana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 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, 2007 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A6 | 2003 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Audi | Pontiac |
Model | A6 | Montana |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 76 L |