2000 Pontiac Montana vs. 1997 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Montana is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. 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 72 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 7 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Sharan. 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Sharan. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Sharan. 2000 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 1997 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 1997 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Pontiac Montana | 1997 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Montana | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
