2000 Honda NSX vs. 2005 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Montana is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (276 HP) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 641 kg more than 2000 Honda NSX.
Because 2005 Pontiac Montana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Montana 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, 2000 Honda NSX (304 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (301 Nm). This means 2000 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Montana. 2005 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 2000 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Pontiac Montana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda NSX | 2005 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | NSX | Montana |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2101 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
