2003 Pontiac Montana vs. 2002 Suzuki Covie
To start off, 2003 Pontiac Montana is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Suzuki Covie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Suzuki Covie would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Covie. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Covie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 970 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Covie. 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, 2003 Pontiac Montana (285 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Covie. (111 Nm). This means 2003 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Covie.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Pontiac Montana | 2002 Suzuki Covie | |
| Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
| Model | Montana | Covie |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 2950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 35 L |
