1996 Ford Indigo vs. 2002 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Montana is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Indigo would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ford Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Indigo (430 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 550 kg more than 1996 Ford Indigo.
Because 1996 Ford Indigo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Ford Indigo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Montana, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Ford Indigo (549 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Montana. 2002 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Indigo has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Pontiac Montana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Indigo | 2002 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Indigo | Montana |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 549 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2850 mm |
