2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 2004 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus X is newer by 4 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus X (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 681 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Taurus X (332 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (298 Nm). This means 2008 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Montana.
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2008 Ford Taurus X | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Taurus X | Montana |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 298 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1788 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 95 L |