2009 Hyundai Azera vs. 2004 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Azera 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Azera (263 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Montana.
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, 2009 Hyundai Azera (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Montana.
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2009 Hyundai Azera | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Hyundai | Pontiac |
Model | Azera | Montana |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 348 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 95 L |