2007 GMC Sierra vs. 2004 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra 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 5,997 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 857 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.
Because 2007 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra. 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 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Sierra | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | GMC | Pontiac |
| Model | Sierra | Montana |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5997 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6590 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 76 L |
