2000 Lada Niva vs. 2001 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Montana is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lada Niva would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Montana (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2000 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 137 kg more than 2000 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Pontiac Montana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Lada Niva 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 Pontiac Montana (210 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Niva. (133 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Niva. 2001 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 2000 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2000 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Pontiac Montana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lada Niva | 2001 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Lada | Pontiac |
| Model | Niva | Montana |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 76 L |
