2007 BMW 330 vs. 2004 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 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 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 248 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.
Because 2007 BMW 330 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (298 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 330 | Montana |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |
