1999 Pontiac Montana vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 3 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, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1999 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1999 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 140 kg more than 2002 Acura CL.
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, 2002 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Pontiac Montana | 2002 Acura CL | |
Make | Pontiac | Acura |
Model | Montana | CL |
Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 3210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 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 | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 65 L |