2001 Pontiac Montana vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage is newer by 10 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, 2011 Kia Sportage (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Montana. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sportage weights approximately 155 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, 2011 Kia Sportage (358 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Montana. (210 Nm). This means 2011 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Montana | 2011 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Pontiac | Kia |
| Model | Montana | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |
