2001 Pontiac Montana vs. 2009 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2009 Renault Thalia is newer by 8 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) has 88 more horse power than 2009 Renault Thalia. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 720 kg more than 2009 Renault Thalia. 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 (285 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Thalia. (127 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Montana | 2009 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Montana | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3391 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2473 mm |
