2002 Pontiac Montana vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 10 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1070 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.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Pontiac Montana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Pontiac Montana | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Pontiac | Chevrolet |
Model | Montana | Silverado |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3390 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 6580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 4250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 129 L |