2006 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 1999 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Pontiac Montana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pontiac Montana would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1999 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 1999 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 642 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac Montana.
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2006 Chevrolet Uplander | 1999 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Uplander | Montana |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3490 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |