2002 Pontiac Montana vs. 2008 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Eos 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, 2008 Volkswagen Eos (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Montana.
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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. 2002 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Eos has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Eos 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Montana | Eos |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3390 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |
