2001 Pontiac Montana vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 390 kg more than 2009 Toyota Corolla. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Pontiac Montana | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Montana | Corolla |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3391 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |