1998 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 2001 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Montana is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 3,993 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Montana.
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, 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Oldsmobile Aurora | 2001 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Pontiac |
Model | Aurora | Montana |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3391 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
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 | 1720 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |