2002 Pontiac Montana vs. 2008 Renault Modus
To start off, 2008 Renault Modus is newer by 6 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, 2002 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2008 Renault Modus. (111 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 560 kg more than 2008 Renault Modus. 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Modus. (152 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Modus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Pontiac Montana | 2008 Renault Modus | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Montana | Modus |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3390 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 49 L |
