1999 Pontiac Montana vs. 2001 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 406 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Pontiac Montana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pontiac Montana would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 406. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 376 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 406. 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, 1999 Pontiac Montana (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 406. (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Pontiac Montana | 2001 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Peugeot |
| Model | Montana | 406 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
