2001 Pontiac Montana vs. 2012 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2012 Tata Sumo 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Montana (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2012 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Sumo weights approximately 453 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Montana.
Because 2012 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Pontiac Montana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Tata Sumo will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Tata Sumo (223 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Montana. (210 Nm). This means 2012 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Montana. 2001 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 2012 Tata Sumo has manual transmission. 2012 Tata Sumo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Pontiac Montana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Montana | 2012 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Pontiac | Tata |
| Model | Montana | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4258 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2425 mm |
