2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 2004 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 698 kg more than 2004 Pontiac Montana.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (298 Nm). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Montana. 2004 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 2009 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2009 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Pontiac Montana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Defender | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Land Rover | Pontiac |
| Model | Defender | Montana |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2402 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 95 L |
