1995 Infiniti J30 vs. 2001 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Montana is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Infiniti J30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Infiniti J30 would be higher. At 3,391 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Infiniti J30 (210 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 120 kg more than 1995 Infiniti J30.
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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Infiniti J30. (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Infiniti J30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Infiniti J30 | 2001 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Infiniti | Pontiac |
| Model | J30 | Montana |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 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 | 1600 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |
