1999 Pontiac Montana vs. 2001 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Musso 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 36 more horse power than 2001 SsangYong Musso. (149 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2001 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 105 kg more than 1999 Pontiac Montana.
Because 2001 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Pontiac Montana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Musso will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Musso (318 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Pontiac Montana | 2001 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Pontiac | SsangYong |
| Model | Montana | Musso |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 73 L |
