1994 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2001 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Montana is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,391 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 250 kg more than 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Pontiac Montana (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2001 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
Model | Grand Prix | Montana |
Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3391 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
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 Weight | 1470 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |