2005 Pontiac Montana vs. 2002 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Montana is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (248 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (186 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 253 kg more than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156.
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, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (300 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (278 Nm). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pontiac Montana | 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Montana | 156 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 63 L |
