2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (196 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Montana.
Because 2004 Pontiac Montana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana 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 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (298 Nm). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Montana. 2004 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 2007 Chevrolet Silverado has manual transmission. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Silverado | Montana |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 298 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 3050 mm |