2003 Pontiac Montana vs. 2009 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2009 Volvo XC90 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Pontiac Montana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Pontiac Montana 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 3 more horse power than 2009 Volvo XC90. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 351 kg more than 2009 Volvo XC90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Pontiac Montana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC90 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, 2009 Volvo XC90 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Pontiac Montana | 2009 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
| Model | Montana | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1369 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |
