2005 Nissan Maxima vs. 1999 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2005 Nissan Maxima is newer by 6 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Maxima (261 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1999 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1999 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 165 kg more than 2005 Nissan Maxima.
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, 2005 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Maxima | 1999 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
Model | Maxima | Montana |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |