2002 Pontiac Montana vs. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Pontiac Montana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Pontiac Montana would be higher. At 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (238 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 350 kg more than 2002 Pontiac Montana. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (315 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Montana. 2002 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 | 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Montana | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3390 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 90 L |
