2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 2001 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Montana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Montana would be higher. At 3,391 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 120 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Montana.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Pontiac Montana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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, 2001 Pontiac Montana (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol. 2001 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Pontiac Montana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 2001 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Patrol | Montana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2662 cc | 3391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2850 mm |
