2001 Pontiac Montana vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sienna is newer by 4 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sienna (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Montana. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 542 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Montana. 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, 2005 Toyota Sienna (343 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Montana. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Montana | 2005 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Montana | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1889 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |
