2005 Pontiac Montana vs. 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Montana is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser (232 HP) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 325 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 1999 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, 1999 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, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm). This means 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Pontiac Montana | 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Montana | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 232 HP |
Torque | 285 Nm | 434 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 96 L |