2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2003 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Pontiac Montana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Pontiac Montana would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2003 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2003 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 640 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Pontiac Montana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2003 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Silverado | Montana |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 312 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 76 L |