2007 BMW 328 vs. 2004 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 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 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Montana.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Pontiac Montana (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328. 2004 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Pontiac Montana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 BMW 328 | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | 328 | Montana |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 95 L |