2001 Pontiac Montana vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, both 2001 Pontiac Montana and 2001 Opel Omega 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 6 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 387 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Montana.
Because 2001 Opel Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Montana, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Omega. (209 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Pontiac Montana | 2001 Opel Omega | |
Make | Pontiac | Opel |
Model | Montana | Omega |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 209 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1734 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |