2001 Pontiac Montana vs. 2002 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Montana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Montana would be higher. At 3,391 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 540 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Pontiac Montana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Samurai will offer significantly more control. 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 (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. 2001 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 2002 Suzuki Samurai has manual transmission. 2002 Suzuki Samurai 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 Pontiac Montana | 2002 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
| Model | Montana | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3391 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
