1998 Honda NSX vs. 2005 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Montana is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (186 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 358 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX.
Because 1998 Honda NSX 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 1998 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1998 Honda NSX (284 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (278 Nm). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda NSX | 2005 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | NSX | Montana |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 278 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1788 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |