2000 Pontiac Montana vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 13 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 47 more horse power than 2013 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 408 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic. 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Pontiac Montana | 2013 Honda Civic | |
Make | Pontiac | Honda |
Model | Montana | Civic |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4458 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1752 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1397 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |