2009 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 5 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, 2009 Audi A6 (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 955 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Because 2004 Pontiac Montana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A6. 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, 2009 Audi A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Audi | Pontiac |
Model | A6 | Montana |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 95 L |