2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2004 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 698 kg more than 2004 Pontiac Montana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Pontiac Montana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (298 Nm). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Freelander | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Land Rover | Pontiac |
| Model | Freelander | Montana |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3190 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2486 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 24.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
