2005 Pontiac Montana vs. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Montana is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (218 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 682 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Montana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Pontiac Montana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (441 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Montana. 2005 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Pontiac Montana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pontiac Montana | 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Montana | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |
