2002 Pontiac Montana vs. 2011 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2011 Toyota Highlander is newer by 9 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, 2011 Toyota Highlander (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 70 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, 2002 Pontiac Montana (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Highlander. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Pontiac Montana | 2011 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Montana | Highlander |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3390 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 73 L |