1999 Pontiac Montana vs. 2005 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2005 Seat Arosa is newer by 6 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 136 more horse power than 2005 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 765 kg more than 2005 Seat Arosa. 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Arosa. 1999 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 2005 Seat Arosa has manual transmission. 2005 Seat Arosa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Pontiac Montana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Pontiac Montana | 2005 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Pontiac | Seat |
| Model | Montana | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 34 L |
