2002 Pontiac Montana vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Montana is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Laguna would be higher. 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 77 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 380 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna. 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna. 2002 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 2000 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2000 Renault Laguna 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 Pontiac Montana | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Montana | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3390 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
