2005 Pontiac Montana vs. 2002 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Montana is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Mark II. (157 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 167 kg more than 2002 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Mark II 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, 2002 Toyota Mark II 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, 2005 Pontiac Montana (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pontiac Montana | 2002 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Montana | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
