2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2002 Pontiac Montana
To start off, both 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2002 Pontiac Montana were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 335 kg more than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. 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, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Montana. 2002 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 has manual transmission. 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Pontiac Montana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2002 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Pontiac |
Model | 156 | Montana |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 3390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |