2004 Mini Cooper vs. 1999 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2004 Mini Cooper is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Pontiac Montana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pontiac Montana would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2004 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2004 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 575 kg more than 2004 Mini Cooper. 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, 1999 Pontiac Montana (285 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm). This means 1999 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mini Cooper | 1999 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Mini | Pontiac |
| Model | Cooper | Montana |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
