2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2004 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS 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 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 265 kg more than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2004 Pontiac Montana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac CTS. 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 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (298 Nm). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Cadillac | Pontiac |
| Model | CTS | Montana |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 95 L |
