2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 1999 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (249 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1999 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1999 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 635 kg more than 1999 Pontiac Montana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Patrol (420 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Patrol | 1999 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
Model | Patrol | Montana |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4759 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1720 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 76 L |