2000 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2000 Pontiac Montana
To start off, both 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 and 2000 Pontiac Montana were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 562 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. 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, 2000 Pontiac Montana (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. 2000 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 has manual transmission. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Pontiac Montana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | 2000 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Pontiac |
Model | 146 | Montana |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 3350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 76 L |