2002 Fiat Doblo vs. 2002 Pontiac Montana
To start off, both 2002 Fiat Doblo 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 84 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Doblo. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 400 kg more than 2002 Fiat Doblo. 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 Pontiac Montana (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Doblo. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Doblo. 2002 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 2002 Fiat Doblo has manual transmission. 2002 Fiat Doblo 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 Fiat Doblo | 2002 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
Model | Doblo | Montana |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 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 | Gasoline | 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 | 1320 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |