2001 Pontiac Montana vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 11 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 69 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 350 kg more than 2012 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 116 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Montana, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 116. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Montana | 2012 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Pontiac | BMW |
| Model | Montana | 116 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3391 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 51 L |
