2007 Audi Q7 vs. 2004 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 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 Q7 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 445 kg more than 2004 Pontiac Montana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Audi Q7 (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi Q7 | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Audi | Pontiac |
Model | Q7 | Montana |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 95 L |