2001 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2001 Pontiac Montana
To start off, both 2001 Hyundai Elantra and 2001 Pontiac Montana were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 10 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 82 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Elantra. 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, 2001 Pontiac Montana (210 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Elantra. (180 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Elantra. 2001 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 2001 Hyundai Elantra has manual transmission. 2001 Hyundai Elantra 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:
| 2001 Hyundai Elantra | 2001 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Hyundai | Pontiac |
| Model | Elantra | Montana |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
