2000 Pontiac Montana vs. 2012 Chevrolet Nubira
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Montana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Montana 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 66 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira. (119 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 292 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Pontiac Montana | 2012 Chevrolet Nubira | |
| Make | Pontiac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Montana | Nubira |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
