2003 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2001 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Montana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Montana would be higher. At 3,391 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 715 kg more than 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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, 2001 Pontiac Montana (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2001 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Pontiac Montana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2001 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
Model | Lancer | Montana |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1468 cc | 3391 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2850 mm |