2000 Opel Meriva 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 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Meriva 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 74 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 46 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Montana.
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 Opel Meriva (230 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Montana. (210 Nm). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 2001 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Meriva | Montana |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1684 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 76 L |
